Question

What will happen if xylem tissue of a plant gets damaged in a branch of tree?

Answer 1

• Xylem transports water and minerals in plants from roots up to the stem, to the leaves.

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• If Xylem is removed from a plant, the plant will not be able to transport water to leaves.

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• This will hinder various processes like photosynthesis, transpiration, growth etc.The plant will initially wilt and then ultimately die.

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