Matching Plant Anatomy Terms

This question requires matching specific plant anatomical terms from List I with their correct descriptions in List II.

Analysis of Matches:

• A. Conjunctive tissue: This refers to the parenchyma tissue found between the xylem and phloem in vascular bundles, important for support. It matches III. Tissue between xylem and phloem.
• B. Casparian strips: These are characteristic bands found in the endodermis of plant roots, composed of suberin, which regulate water movement into the stele. They match IV. Endodermal cells with suberin deposition.
• C. Subsidiary cells: These are specialized epidermal cells adjacent to guard cells, forming the stomatal apparatus. They match I. Specialised cells in the vicinity of guard cells.
• D. Starch sheath: This is typically the endodermis layer when its cells are packed with starch granules, playing a role in nutrient transport. It matches II. Endodermal cells rich in starch.

Correct Matching:

Based on the analysis, the correct pairings are:

• A - III
• B - IV
• C - I
• D - II

This corresponds to the option A-III, B-IV, C-I, D-II.