Question

_______ is a living cell of xylem.

Answer 1

Xylem parenchyma:

1. It is the only living cell of the xylem.
2. It is made of complex tissue called the xylem and is involved in the storage of fats, water conduction, and carbohydrates.
3. Reserve food material is in the form of starch, fats, tannins, and crystals.
4. Conduction of water takes place in the ray parenchymatous cell.
5. Xylem parenchyma cells are closely connected to vessels or tracheids through outgrowths called tyloses.
6. Tyloses are helpful in preventing damage to vascular tissues during drought or infection.

There are two main types of xylem parenchyma cells :

1. Axial parenchyma cells are arranged around the axis.
2. Radial parenchyma cells are those arranged like a ray, radiating out of the common center.

Final answer: Xylem parenchyma is a living cell of the xylem.