You Have a Friend Who Recently Told You That They

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Essay

You have a friend who recently told you that they are too stressed with all of their schoolwork, and can't fall asleep at night. They have started taking melatonin supplements in the evening in order to help them go to sleep. How would you respond to your friend?

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Definitions:

Water Conduction

Water conduction refers to the process of transporting water and dissolved nutrients throughout a plant or other organism.

Sclerenchyma Cells

Thick-walled, rigid cells that provide structural support to plants and are characterized by their high lignin content.

Sclereids

Specialized thick-walled cells found in plants that provide support and protection, contributing to the hardness of nuts and seeds.

Tracheids

Long, thin cells in plants that facilitate the transport of water and minerals upwards from the roots.