Question

Which is not correct about sclereids?

• A. These are parenchyma cells with thickened lignified walls
• B. These are elongated and flexible with tapered ends.
• C. These are commonly found in the shells of nuts and in the pulp of guava, pear, etc.
• D. These are also called stone cells.

Answer 1

Answer: (A)

Sclereids (stone cells) are sclerenchymatous cells which are lignified, extremely thick walled so that the lumen of the cells is almost obliterated. Sclereids are most abundant in soft tissues like cortex, phloem, medulla, fleshy fruits, seed coats and fruit walls.