Asked by Joseph Wilson on Apr 24, 2024
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These types of cells give pear flesh a gritty texture and make seed coats hard.
A) xylem
B) stomata
C) phloem
D) sclereids
E) fibers
Gritty Texture
A rough or coarse texture that feels like fine particles are embedded within it.
- Elucidate the responsibilities and attributes of distinct cells and tissues in plants.
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Gavin Turner7 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Sclereids are specialized cells in plants that are responsible for making seed coats hard and give fruits such as pear a gritty texture. They have thick cell walls fortified with lignin and often have irregular shapes. Xylem, phloem, stomata, and fibers are not directly responsible for these characteristics of pear flesh.
Learning Objectives
- Elucidate the responsibilities and attributes of distinct cells and tissues in plants.