Question

Which among the following statements are correct for xylem tissue?
a. It is a simple permanent tissue
b. Provides mechanical strength to plants
c. Conducts water and minerals in plants
d. Xylem parenchyma is the only living cell

Answer 1

• Xylem is a complex permanent tissue. Hence option A is incorrect.
• It helps in the conduction of water and minerals in plant parts. Hence option C is correct.
• Xylem consists of tracheids, vessels, xylem parenchyma, and xylem fibres.
• Tracheids and vessels bring about the actual conduction of water and minerals in the xylem.
• Xylem fibres are mainly supportive in function. They provide mechanical strength to the plant. ​Hence option B is correct.
• Xylem parenchyma is storge in function and is the only living component of the xylem. Hence option D is correct.

So, Options B, C and D are correct.