Question

Choose the correct answers from the alternatives given.
Vessels are not found in

• A. Sal wood
• B. Chir wood
• C. Teak wood
• D. Shisham wood

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Chir wood

The presence of vessels is a characteristic feature of angiosperms. Gymnosperms and pteridophyte lack vessels though other xylary elements are present for conduction of water and minerals. Primitive angiosperm families like Tetracentraceae, Trochodendraceae and Winteraceae do not have vessels. Except for Chir wood, others are examples of angiosperms that possess vessels.

Hence, the correct answer is 'Chir wood'.