Xylem is a type of tissue in plants that transports water and dissolved nutrients from the roots to the leaves. It is made up of long, hollow cells that are arranged in a continuous pipe.
Xylem is important for plants because it helps them to get the water and nutrients they need to survive. Without xylem, plants would not be able to grow or reproduce.
The xylem is made up of tracheids and fibres.
Noun:
The word "xylem" comes from the Greek word "xylon" (wood). The first recorded use of the word "xylem" in English was in 1875.
What is the difference between xylem and phloem?
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