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Question
Mention whether the following statement is true or false. Correct the false statement by altering the last word only.
Xylem is the water conducting tissue in plants.
Options
True
False
Solution
This statement is true.
Explanation:
The vascular bundle is the system of plants regarding the conduction of food, water, and minerals. It consists of two parts: the xylem, which is the water-conducting tissue, and the phloem, which is concerned with the conduction of food (glucose).
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