Question

write short note on xylem

Answer 1

Xylem is one of the two types of transport tissue in vascular plants, phloem being the other. The basic function of xylem is to transport water from roots to shoots and leaves, but it also transports some nutrients.The word "xylem" is derived from the Greek word (xylon), meaning "wood"; the best-known xylem tissue is wood, though it is found throughout the plant.The term was introduced by Nägeli in 1858.

Answer 2

xylem is one of the part of vascular bundle.It transports water to plant where it requires.It is
uni-directional transportation system.It contains 3 parts called 1.vessels
2.tracheids
3.fibre