Which of the following cell types would be most likely to be involved in the long-term storage of food for a plant?
A) mesophyll
B) parenchyma
C) collenchyma
D) sclerenchyma
E) epidermis

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Parenchyma cells are the main storage cells in plants, responsible for storing various substances, including starch, lipids, and proteins. They are found in various plant tissues, such as the roots, fruits, and seeds, and can undergo cell division and differentiation to regenerate damaged tissues. Mesophyll cells are responsible for photosynthesis, collenchyma cells provide mechanical support, sclerenchyma cells provide structural support, and epidermal cells form the outer covering of the plant.

Which of the Following Cell Types Would Be Most Likely