Biology, asked by AmbiliDileep2080, 5 hours ago

Why xylem vessels do not collapse even when they do not contain water

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Answered by mia2167

Xylem vessels have a cell wall strengthened with lignin wich thickens and makes them stronger. Since atmospheric pressure is greater than the pressure inside the xylem vessels, the ridged structure prevent them from collapsing.

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