The only living component of xylem is:

Xylem parenchyma

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Xylem vessels

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Xylem tracheids

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Xylem fibres

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Solution

The correct option is A Xylem parenchyma
Xylem is mainly composed of dead components since it is only involved in the transport of water. However xylem parenchyma is a living component of the xylem tissue which stores starch and fatty substances.

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