Xylem parenchyma performs the function of the storage.

True

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False

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Solution

The correct option is A True
Xylem:
Xylem is a plant structure. This compound tissue is found in vascular plants and is vital in rendering support and in the conduction of nutrients/minerals and water from the roots to all parts of the plant.
Xylem tissue consists of four types of cells.
Xylem fibres, xylem vessels ,xylem parenchyma and tracheids.
Xylem parenchyma stores the minerals and water.
Final answer: The given statement is true.

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Select the incorrect pair out of the following.

Type of tissue -	Function
(A)Parenchyma -	Storage, photosynthesis
(B) Sclerenchyma-	Mechanical strength
(C) Xylem -	Ascent of sap
(D) Phloem -	Conduction of water and minerals

Assertion (A): Xylem is composed of different kinds of elements.
Reason (R): Xylem parenchyma cells are living and thin walled. The main function of xylem parenchyma is to store starch and fatty substances.

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Q. Which of the following functions is not perform by parenchyma?

what is the difference between xylem parenchyma and phloem parenchyma

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