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Identify the incorrect statement related to the formation of tracheary elements from meristematic cells.

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Loss of protoplasm
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Development of a very strong elastic cell wall
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Increased cellulose and lignin deposition
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Primary cell walls are deposited with chitin
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Solution

The correct option is D Primary cell walls are deposited with chitin
To form tracheary elements from meristematic cell, the cells lose protoplasm and develop very strong elastic lignocellulosic secondary walls to carry water to long distances even under extreme tension. Primary cell walls are cellulosic in nature.

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