IF XYLEM CAN CONDUCT WATER IN ONE WAY THAT IS VERTICAL WAY ,THEN IT IS SAID THAT XYLEM PARENCHYMA ,CONDUCTS WATER IN SIDEWAYS HOW IT HAPPENS?

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In xylem, parenchyma cells form horizontal channels through which water move sideways into the adjacent xylem vessel. Also, xylem vessels contain openings throughout their length called as pits through which water move sideways.

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