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Write the functions of parenchyma, collenchymas and sclerenchyma.

Parenchyma: Parenchyma tissue provides support to plants and also stores food. In some situations, it contains chlorophyll and performs photosynthesis.


Collenchyma: It provides flexibility to plants so that they can easily bend without breaking. It also provides mechanical support to plants.


Sclerenchyma: It provides strength to the plants and enables them to withstand various strains.


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