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प्रश्न
What are the functions of xylem?
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उत्तर
Following are the functions of xylem:
1. The main function of xylem is to carry water and mineral salts upward from the root to different parts of shoots.
2. Since walls of tracheids, vessels and sclerenchyma of xylem are lignified, they give mechanical strength to the plant body.
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संबंधित प्रश्न
Why are xylem and phloem called complex tissues?
Draw a well labelled diagram of phloem.
What is the differences between collenchyma and sclerenchyma?
Study the diagram given below and then answer the question that follows:
Where is this tissue likely to be found in the plant?
Study the diagram given below and then answer the question that follows:
State the function of the parts labelled 1, 2, 3 and 4.
Choose the correct option.
Collenchyma is a type of ______ tissue.
Write a short note on peculiarity of a sclerenchyma cell wall.
Explain sclereids with their types.
Name the two types of sclerenchyma cells.
Match the followings and choose the correct option from below
| Column I | Column II |
| A. Meristem | i. Photosynthesis, storage |
| B. Parenchyma | ii. Mechanical support |
| C. Collenchyma | iii. Actively dividing cells |
| D. Sclerenchyma | iv. Stomata |
| E. Epidermal tissue | v. Sclereids |
