The chief water conducting elements of xylem in gymnosperms are

Tracheids

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Fibres

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Solution

The correct option is A Tracheids
Tracheids are non-perforated. They have only pit pairs, at the regions of union with other tracheids. Conduction of water and minerals is not as efficient as in vessels. Tracheids are found in pteridophytes, most of the gymnosperms.
So, the correct answer is 'Tracheids'

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