STANDARDBotany-Plant Tissues
STANDARD Botany Xylem Structure MCQ Question
Type: MCQ-conceptual-Medium
The chief water conducting elements of xylem in gymnosperms are
A
vessels
B
fibres
C
transfusion tissue
D
tracheids
Correct Answer
Option D
Detailed Explanation
Tracheids are the primary water-conducting cells in gymnosperms. They are elongated cells with thickened walls and are dead at maturity, allowing efficient water transport.
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