释义 |
parenchyma [pǝ`reŋ·kǝ·mǝ] BOTANY A tissue of higher plants consisting of living cells with thin walls that are agents of photosynthesis and storage; abundant in leaves, roots, and the pulp of fruit, and found also in leaves and stems. HISTOLOGY The specialized epithelial portion of an organ, as contrasted with the supporting connective tissue and nutritive framework. |