The ____ Prevent(s) Important Substances in the Xylem from Leaking

question 52

Multiple Choice

The ____ prevent(s) important substances in the xylem from leaking into the root cortex.

• A) primary xylem
• B) root hairs
• C) endodermis
• D) tonoplasts
• E) pericycle

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