Q14 / 200 · NEET 2024 (Re-NEET) · Botany

Which of the following helps in maintenance of the pressure gradient in sieve tubes?

A
Albuminous cells
B
Sieve cells
C
Phloem parenchyma
Correct answer
D
Companion cells

Solution

The companion cells help in maintaining the pressure gradient in the sieve tubes

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'D'.

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