Ramanuj Dube
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What is sclerenchyma and what role does it play in plants?

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Sclerenchyma is a type of permanent tissue that makes the plant hard and stiff, providing strength to the plant parts.

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  1. Sclerenchyma is a type of permanent tissue in plants that provides structural support. The cells are dead, with thickened walls due to lignin, making plant parts hard and stiff, such as stems, seed coverings, and nut shells.

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