Multiple choice

Xylem consists of which of the following elements?

  1. Tracheids, sieve tubes, fibres and companion cells

  2. Tracheids, xylem fibres, companion cells and vessels

  3. Tracheids, xylem fibres, vessels and xylem parenchyma

  4. Tracheids, sieve tubes, fibres and parenchyma

  5. Tracheids, sieve tubes, phloem fibres and vessels
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Explanation

Xylem consists of tracheids, xylem fibres, vessels and xylem parenchyma as they help in transportation of water and minerals in the plant. Tracheids and vessels are tubular and help in vertical transportation, whereas parenchyma stores food and helps in sideways conduction of water.

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