Which of These Statements Is True About Xylem And/or Phloem

question 1

Multiple Choice

Which of these statements is true about xylem and/or phloem?

• A)Xylem and phloem cells are derived from the ground meristem cells.
• B)Xylem is made of companion cells and vessel elements.
• C)Xylem and phloem cells are derived from procambium cells.
• D)Phloem cells do not contain cytoplasm.
• E)All of these statements are correct.

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