The dead element present in the phloem is ___.

companion cell

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phloem fibre

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phloem parenchyma

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sieve tube

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Solution

The correct option is B phloem fibre
Phloem consists of four elements: Sieve tubes, companion cells, phloem parenchyma and phloem fibres. Except for phloem fibres, all other elements are living. Phloem fibres are thick-walled, elongated spindle-shaped dead cells which possess narrow lumen. They provide mechanical support to the plant.

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