OBJECTIVE FORESTRY

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GENERAL FORESTRY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
The function of the xylem in the tree is to:
A
conduct water and minerals to the crown
B
grow wood and bark cells
C
produce carbohydrate through photosynthesis
D
develop leaves from nutrients
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The basic function of xylem is to transport water from roots to stems and leaves, but it also transports nutrients. The word xylem is derived from the Ancient Greek word (xylon), meaning “wood"; the best-known xylem tissue is wood, though it is found throughout a plant.

Detailed explanation-2: -What is the main function of xylem? The main function of the xylem is water transport from roots to the other parts of the plant. Xylem also provides mechanical strength. Tracheids and vessels are the main elements for conducting water.

Detailed explanation-3: -The xylem transports water and minerals from the roots up the plant stem and into the leaves. In a mature flowering plant or tree, most of the cells that make up the xylem are specialised cells called vessels.

Detailed explanation-4: -The function of xylem is to transport water and nutrients from the roots to all parts of the body.

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