Which of the following are relatively unspecialized cells that retain the ability to divide and perform most of the plant's metabolic functions of synthesis and storage?
A)parenchyma cells
B)collenchyma cells
C)clerenchyma cells
D)tracheids and vessel elements
E)sieve-tube elements

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Parenchyma cells are relatively unspecialized and retain the ability to divide, perform most of the plant's metabolic functions of synthesis and storage. Collenchyma and sclerenchyma cells are specialized for support and protection, while tracheids, vessel elements, and sieve-tube elements are specialized for water and nutrient transport.

Which of the Following Are Relatively Unspecialized Cells That Retain