NEET BIOLOGY

CELL STRUCTURES AND FUNCTION

CELL STRUCTURE

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
What is another name for a palisade cell?
A
Egg cell
B
Sperm Cell
C
Leaf cell
D
Animal cell
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The function of the palisade layer, which is also known as the palisade mesophyll, is photosynthesis. The palisade mesophyll cells are packed tightly together and contain chloroplasts to maximize energy production during photosynthesis.

Detailed explanation-2: -Palisade cells are plant cells located on the leaves, right below the epidermis and cuticle that is the outermost layer of the leaf. In simpler terms, they are known as leaf cells.

Detailed explanation-3: -It consists of elongated cells. It is the primary area of photosynthesis as it contains chlorophyll. It is also called as palisade mesophyll.

Detailed explanation-4: -In dicotyledonous leaves there are two types of mesophyll cell; palisade mesophyll and spongy mesophyll. Palisade mesophyll cells are elongate and form a layer beneath the upper epidermis, whereas spongy mesophyll cells are internal to the lower epidermis.

Detailed explanation-5: -Palisade cells make up the palisade mesophyll tissue, which is directly beneath the epidermis and cuticle on the top of the leaf. And they contain many chloroplasts. And the tissue beneath the palisade mesophyll is called the spongy mesophyll.

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