HORTICULTURE

Detailed explanation-1: -The xylem is a tissue which transports water and minerals from the roots up the plant stem and into the leaves. Xylem consists of dead cells. The cells that make up the xylem are adapted to their function: They lose their end walls so the xylem forms a continuous, hollow tube.

Detailed explanation-2: -1: Tracheids and vessel elements: Tracheids (top) and vessel elements (bottom) are the water conducting cells of xylem tissue. Phloem tissue is responsible for translocation, which is the transport of soluble organic substances, for example, sugar.

Detailed explanation-3: -It is mainly involved in the conduction of water from roots to the aerial parts of the plant. It also helps in compensating for the loss of water due to transpiration and photosynthesis. Because of its major involvement in the transportation of water, it is known as a water-conducting tissue.