Question

Sapwood differs from heartwood in being/having:

• A. Darker in colour
• B. Lignified xylary elements
• C. Tannins, resins, oils as it is central part
• D. Involved in conduction of water from roots to stem

Answer 1

The correct option is D Involved in conduction of water from roots to stem

Sapwood is involved in conduction of water from roots to stem. Heartwood is central part of the wood.
It has tannins, resins, oil, etc. It is darker in colour. Both types of wood has lignified xylary elements.