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Which of the following elements of xylem helps in lateral conduction of water?

A
Xylem tracheids
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Xylem parenchyma
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C
Xylem vessels
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D
Xylem fibres
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Solution

The correct option is C Xylem parenchyma
  • Tracheids are elongated tube-like dead cells with oblique end walls. The walls are hard and lignified. Vessels are placed one upon the other and their end walls are either absent or possess perforations.
  • They help in conduction of water and minerals. Xylem parenchyma are living parenchymatous cells present in the xylem. They help in the lateral conduction of organic solutes and the storage of food reserves.
  • Xylem fibers are lignified fibers present in the xylem which provide mechanical strength to the plant body.

Therefore, the correct answer is option B.

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