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The Structure of The Xylem & Phloem

The xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the leaves through hollow tubes formed by dead xylem vessels. These vessels have thick lignin walls to withstand water pressure and pits that allow water to diffuse across the walls. Xylem also contains tracheids, fibers that provide plant support, and parenchyma cells.

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The Structure of The Xylem & Phloem

The xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the leaves through hollow tubes formed by dead xylem vessels. These vessels have thick lignin walls to withstand water pressure and pits that allow water to diffuse across the walls. Xylem also contains tracheids, fibers that provide plant support, and parenchyma cells.

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The Structure of the Xylem & Phloem

The Xylem
 Xylem vessels form continuous tubes from roots to
leaves to transport water & minerals in the plants
 Consists of xylem vessels, tracheids, fibres and
parenchyma
 Xylem vessels are dead cells which forming hollow tube
that connect root to leaf
 Walls of xylem vessels are thickened by lignin to
withstand water pressure & has pits to allow water
diffuse across the wall
 Fibres provide support to the plants

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