functions of parenchyma

Parenchyma: Structure, Classification and Functions

The tissue (a group of cells with particular function) composed of single type of cells. Three types of simple tissue system in plants, namely (1).  Parenchyma, (2).  Collenchyma and (3).  Sclerenchyma. The present article discusses the Structure and Types of Parenchyma Cells in Plants. Characteristics of Parenchyma (Parenchymatous Cells) Ø  Parenchyma […]

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classification of epithelial cells

Epithelial Tissue: Classification and Examples

What is Epithelium? Ø  Epithelium is a tissue system in animals. Ø  Epithelium constitutes the outer layer of body surfaces, linings of the alimentary canal and the walls of hollow structures. Ø  It covers the internal or external surfaces of the body. Ø  Epithelial cells are held together by carbohydrate […]

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bonds stabilizing protein structure

Chemical Bonds Involved in Protein Structure and Conformation

Bonds involved in Protein Structure Proteins are the polymers of amino acids. Amino acids are joined together by a special type of covalent bond (peptide bond) to form linear structures called polypeptides. The polypeptides are then folded into specific structures to form the functional conformation of the protein. The folding […]

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protein classification

Classification of Proteins Based on Structure and Function

Classification of proteins: Proteins are important macromolecules of the cells, formed by the polymerization of amino acids according to the sequence of genetic code in the mRNA. Proteins are the mode of expression of the genetic information. They perform a variety of duties in the cells such as they act […]

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ecological adaptations of xerophytes ppt

Ecological Adaptations of Xerophytes (with PPT)

What are xerophytes? Ø  Xerophytes (xerophytic plants) are plants growing in dry habitats (xeric conditions) where the availability of water is very less. Xeric habitat are the places where water is NOT present in adequate quantity.  Xerophytes are the characteristic plants of deserts or semi-deserts areas. Xerophytes can also grow in […]

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