The elements of xylem tissue that store tannins are:

1) tracheids

2) xylem parenchyma

3) vessels

4) xylem fibres

Answer:2) xylem parenchyma

Explanation: Xylem parenchyma is the only living element of the xylem. It stores food materials such as starch or fat and also stores secondary metabolites such as tannins.

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