The only living element of the xylem tissue is ______.

Vessels

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Tracheids

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Xylem Fiber

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Xylem Parenchyma

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Solution

The correct option is D Xylem Parenchyma
Tracheids, vessel elements, xylem fibres, and xylem parenchyma are the distinct components of xylem. The xylem's dead cells include tracheids, vessel components, and xylem fibres. Parenchyma cells are the only living cells in the xylem.

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