3.3.8

Xylem

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Xylem Cell

The xylem is specialised to transport water up the stem of a plant and into the leaves.

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Open ended cells

  • Xylem vessels are made up of a series of connected dead xylem cells.
  • The end walls of the dead cells are broken to allow water to move through.
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Lignin

  • Lignin (a substance) strengthens the cell walls of xylem cells.

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3.2Gas Exchange

3.3Transport

3.4Excretion

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5Ecology

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