Tracheids are dead, hollow cells with narrow lumen #160;than vessels. They conduct water in conifers. It provides #160;mechanical strength to plants. ...

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What are tracheids ?

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Tracheids are dead, hollow cells with narrow lumen than vessels. They conduct water in conifers. It provides mechanical strength to plants.

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