Q. Among the following attributes of xylem, which are mainly mechanical in function?

A) Xylem fibre
B) Xylem parenchyma
C) Tracheids
D) Vessels
Explanation

Xylem fibres. Xylem or Wood fibres They are sclerenchymatous fibres associated with xylem. Xylem fibres are mainly mechanical in function. Xylem fibres have highly thickened walls and obliterate central lumens. These may either be septate or aseptate

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