HomeTestsSearchRankProfile
easyMCQBiologyBiology
1 mark

The chief water conducting elements of xylem in gymnosperms are:

  1. A
    Tracheids
  2. B
    Vessels
  3. C
    Fibers
  4. D
    Transfusion tissue

Solution & Step-by-step Explanation

Most gymnosperms and pteridophytes lack vessels in their xylem. Therefore, tracheids are the primary elements responsible for water conduction. Vessels are characteristic of angiosperms.

Practice this question

Try it yourself before checking the explanation above.

The chief water conducting elements of xylem in gymnosperms are:
A
Tracheids
B
Vessels
C
Fibers
D
Transfusion tissue

Share This Question

Related Questions

Ready for a Full Test?

Practice with timed mock tests and track your performance across Biology.

Discussion