In this article we will discuss about:- 1. Distribution and Arrangement of Fibre 2. Shape, Structure and Content of Fibre 3. Types 4. Functions 5. Sources and Uses. Fibre is narrow, elongated cell with thick lignified wall and narrow lumen tapering to a wedge-shape at both ends. Distribution and Arrangement of Fibre: Fibre occurs in the ground and vascular tissues [...]
The following points highlight the top six factors influencing differentiation of sclereids cells in plants. The factors are: 1. Ageing 2. Wounding 3. Position 4. Osmotic Pressure 5. Enzyme 6. Hormone. Factor # 1. Ageing: In the barks many parenchyma cells change to brachysclereids. It is regarded that the sclereid differentiation is due to ageing of the tissues. Factor # [...]
Collenchyma is a cell and tissue type in which the primary walls are unevenly thickened and consist of homogeneous, more or less elongated living cells; it provides mechanical support to the plant organs where present. i. Distribution: Collenchyma cells are present at the periphery of herbaceous stems, petioles (e.g. Begonia) and in the ribs of some leaves (e.g. Nerium). They [...]