Question

What are tracheary elements?

Answer 1

Tracheary elements:

1. Tracheary elements are the specialized cells that are present in the xylem.
2. Tracheary elements are dead and hollow cells with patterned cell walls.
3. Tracheary elements consist of xylem vessels and tracheids.
4. The function of tracheary elements is to transport water and dissolved nutrients from the roots to the upper portions of the plant.
5. The tracheids act as hollow tube for water and nutrient transport.