PLANT PHYSIOLOGY
RESPIRATION IN PLANTS
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Question
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Which tissue type is found in the center of a root that helps to transport water and minerals throughout the plant?
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Vascular
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Dermal
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Ground
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Epidermal
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -xylem, plant vascular tissue that conveys water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant and also provides physical support. Xylem tissue consists of a variety of specialized, water-conducting cells known as tracheary elements.
Detailed explanation-2: -Xylem tissue transports water and nutrients from the roots to different parts of the plant, and includes vessel elements and tracheids, both of which are tubular, elongated cells that conduct water.
Detailed explanation-3: -Xylem is responsible for the transport of water and dissolved ions from the roots upwards through the plant.
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