Choose the option that best describes the relationship between the cell wall thickness of parenchyma cells versus sclerenchyma cells.
A) The cell walls of parenchyma cells are thinner than those of sclerenchyma cells.
B) The cell walls of parenchyma cells are thicker than those of sclerenchyma cells.
C) The thickness of the cell walls for both types of cells is roughly equal.
D) The thickness of the cell walls for both types of cells is too variable for a comparison to be made.

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Parenchyma cells have primary cell walls that are thin and flexible, whereas sclerenchyma cells have secondary cell walls that are thick and rigid. Therefore, the cell walls of parenchyma cells are generally thinner than those of sclerenchyma cells.

Choose the Option That Best Describes the Relationship Between the Cell