BIOLOGY
BIOLOGY
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ISBN: 9781260169614
Author: Raven
Publisher: RENT MCG
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To explain: The evolutionary significance of tracheids.

Introduction: The tracheids are elongated cells in the xylem of vascular plants. It serves in the transport of minerals, salts, and water. The tracheids consist of single elongated cells with a wall made up of cellulose thickened with lignin.

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