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Standard X
Biology
Xylem
The only livi...
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The only living component of xylem is:

A
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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