_____________are the only living cells associated with xylem.

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Xylem:
Xylem tissue consists of four types of cells.
Xylem fibres, xylem vessels, xylem parenchyma and tracheids.
Xylem parenchyma is the only living xylem tissue and stores the minerals and water.
Final answer: Xylem parenchyma are the only living cells associated with xylem.

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