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Grade 12th pass10 grade science

Companion cells are closely associated with which of the following options? A. Sieve elements B. Vessel elements C. Trichomes D. Guard cells

Profile image of Harshit Singh
4 Years agoGrade 12th pass
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Profile image of Jayesh Vashishtha
4 Years ago
Dear student,
 
Sieve tubes are associated with companion cells in the angiosperm plant. Both sieve tube member and companion cell are derived from the same meristematic cell. Companion cell is nucleated. These cells provide energy for food conduction.
Therefore, the correct answer is option A.
 
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