In an experiment,some herbaceous,nonwoody plants were exposed to frequent windy conditions or mechanical shaking for several hours per day.The flexibility of these plants was due to the ________ cells.

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Collenchyma cells are elongated and have thickened cell walls, providing flexible support to the plant. They are commonly found in young stems and petioles of herbaceous plants, where they allow for bending and twisting movements. Wind or mechanical shaking can cause such movements in plants, and the presence of collenchyma cells helps to prevent damage or breakage.

In an Experiment,some Herbaceous,nonwoody Plants Were Exposed to Frequent Windy