Xylem Tissue 0.0 / 5 ? BiologyBiological molecules, organic chemistry and biochemistryASWJEC Created by: jupiter1997Created on: 18-04-15 17:45 Function of Xylem Transport water and mineral ions from root to leaves 1 of 7 Vessels Main conducting cell 2 of 7 Tracheids Conducting cell - not as well adapted 3 of 7 Fibres No role in water uptake - provides support 4 of 7 Parenchyma Acts as a packing tissue 5 of 7 Vessels and tracheids form system of tubes through water is transported Walls thickened with lignin and so are impermeable to water and solutes 6 of 7 Lignin provides mechanical strength and support Tracheids are elongated with tapering ends 7 of 7
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