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Question
What is xylem tissue? Name the two kinds of cells in xylem tissue. State whether these cells are living or dead.
Solution
Xylem is a conducting tissue in plants. It transports water and minerals, which are absorbed from the soil by the roots of the plants, to various parts of the plant such as stems, leaves, and flowers. The two kinds of cells in xylem tissue are xylem vessels and tracheids. Both of these cells are dead cells.
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