NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyAnatomy of Flowering PlantsPractice
Which among the structure has an elongated, unbranched, pointed, and needle-like apices?
Options
- APhloem parenchyma
- BPhloem fibre
- CCompanion cells
- DSieve tubes
Correct answer
B. Phloem fibre
Step-by-step solution
Phloem fibers are the dead, unbranched structures with needle-like apices. The cell wall is quite thick, without protoplasm. They are also known as Bast fibers. Phloem fibers of jute, flax, and hemp are used commercially.