cells specified to perform- functions
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cells specified to perform certain functions are often grouped together known as TISSUES
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Parenchyma
Structure Function
Thin-walled cells. Thin walls allow for close packing and rapid diffusion between cells.
Intercellular spaces are present between cells. Intercellular spaces allow diffusion of gases to occur.
Parenchyma cells have large central vacuoles. This allows the cells to store and regulate ions, waste products and water. Also function in providing support.
Specialised parenchyma cells known as chlorenchyma found in plant leaves contain chloroplasts. This allows them to perform a photosynthetic function and responsible for storage of starch.
Some parenchyma cells retain the ability to divide. Allows replacement of damaged cells.
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