Consider the following statements in relation to plant tissue 'chlorenchyma': 1. It is formed by the palisade and spongy mesophyll. 2. It is a form of parenchyma which contains chloroplasts. 3. It serves to transport organic solutes made by photosynthesis. 4. It is a thin transparent layer which has chiefly a protective function. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?

• A. 1 and 2 only
• B. 1, 2 and 3
• C. 2 and 4
• D. 1 only