Answer: Mesophyll.
- A Cortex
- B Pith
- C Mesophyll
- D Periderm
Correct answer: C. Mesophyll
Explanation: The mesophyll (palisade + spongy) is the chloroplast-rich ground tissue of the leaf where photosynthesis occurs.
Concept context
Internal tissue organisation: meristems, permanent tissues (xylem, phloem, parenchyma), and secondary growth. Frequently tested in NEET.