MCQ practice · SSC Biology Board questions · Chapter 2: Cells and Tissues of Organisms
What is a parenchyma with air chambers called?
Think it through first, then pick an option.
- a Collenchyma
- b Aerenchyma
- c Sclerenchyma
- d Chlorenchyma
Answer and explanation
Correct answer: b Aerenchyma
The parenchyma of aquatic plants with big air chambers is called aerenchyma.
Why the other options are wrong
- a Collenchyma: Collenchyma cells have thick walls, not air chambers.
- c Sclerenchyma: Sclerenchyma is a dead, thick-walled supporting tissue.
- d Chlorenchyma: Chlorenchyma is parenchyma that holds chloroplasts.
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