A-LevelBiologyTransport in plants9700/12 · May/June 2021 · Q231 Mark
Which descriptions of the adaptations of xylem vessel elements to their function are correct? 1 They have pits between vessels allowing water to pass from one vessel to another. 2 They are thickened with lignin to stop them collapsing when the column of water is under tension. 3 They form a continuous hollow tube through the plant providing little resistance to water movement.
A1, 2 and 3
B1 and 3 only
C2 only
D2 and 3 only
✓ Correct answer
A: 1, 2 and 3
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