Question

What is the main function of xylem tissue?

Answer 1

Xylem tissue :

1. Xylem is composed of four types of cells, vessels, tracheids, xylem fibres and xylem parenchyma.
2. Xylem is present in all parts of plant like stem, roots and leaves.
3. The main function of xylem is conduction of water and minerals from the roots upwards to stem and leaves.
4. It also helps in providing mechanical support to the plants.