Difference between revisions of "Xylem Cell"
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[[File:PlantVeinCrossSection.png|right|300px|thumb|A [[Magnify|magnified]] [[image]] of a [[Plant Vein|plant vein]] with '''xylem cells''' dyed orange.]] | [[File:PlantVeinCrossSection.png|right|300px|thumb|A [[Magnify|magnified]] [[image]] of a [[Plant Vein|plant vein]] with '''xylem cells''' dyed orange.]] | ||
| − | A '''xylem cell''' is a [[Specialised Cell|specialised cell]] which is used to form tubes in the [[plant]] to | + | A '''xylem cell''' is a [[Specialised Cell|specialised cell]] which is used to form tubes in the [[plant]] to transport [[water]]. |
===Adaptations of Xylem Cells=== | ===Adaptations of Xylem Cells=== | ||
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Meaning
A xylem cell is a specialised cell which is used to form tubes in the plant to transport water.
Adaptations of Xylem Cells
- Xylem cells have a large vacuole that joins with the vacuole of the next xylem cell to create a tube.
- Xylem cells die leaving only the cell wall and a hollow tube.
About Xylem Cells
- Xylem cells are specialised to create a tube that transports water and minerals from the roots to the leaves.
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