To determine which row (A, B, C, or D) best matches each ground tissue with its function, let's carefully analyze the functions associated with each tissue type provided in the chart.
Each type of ground tissue has specific functions:
1. Parenchyma (Column 1):
- Food production and storage.
- Secretion of substances like nectar.
- Healing of plant parts.
2. Collenchyma (Column 2):
- Providing strength and support but with flexibility.
- Conducting substances throughout the plant.
3. Sclerenchyma (Column 3):
- Providing strength and support through rigid structures.
- Protection through toughened cell walls.
Now, we'll match these functions to the rows provided.
- Row A:
- Column 1: For food production and storage.
- Column 2: For strength.
- Column 3: For protection and support.
- Row B:
- Column 1: For secretion of substances like nectar.
- Column 2: For conduction throughout.
- Column 3: For healing of plant parts.
- Row C:
- Column 1: For strength and support.
- Column 2: For protection.
- Column 3: For food production and storage.
- Row D:
- Column 1: For healing of plant parts.
- Column 2: For protection.
- Column 3: For strength and support.
Matching the rows with the functions of the tissues:
- Row A almost matches Parenchyma, Collenchyma, and Sclerenchyma but lacks secretion and healing attributes for Parenchyma and the specific form of strength attributed to Collenchyma.
- Row B matches the conduction for Collenchyma but the other functions don't align perfectly.
- Row C is quite close, especially the strength and support for Collenchyma but misplaces the production and storage function associated with Parenchyma in the Sclerenchyma column.
- Row D:
- Healing of plant parts: Matches Parenchyma.
- Protection: Matches the somewhat flexible role assigned to Collenchyma or Sclerenchyma.
- Strength and support: Matches Sclerenchyma.
Given these analyses, the best match that aligns with the specific functions of each tissue type is Row D.
