9.1.1.2.2 - Tracheids
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What is the primary function of tracheids?
💡 Hint: Think about what helps carry water up from the roots.
Describe a characteristic of tracheids.
💡 Hint: What shape do they have?
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What are tracheids primarily responsible for?
💡 Hint: Think about their role in the xylem.
True or False: Tracheids are alive at maturity.
💡 Hint: Consider their function and characteristics.
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How would the absence of tracheids affect a plant's ability to transport water? Discuss both physiological and structural ramifications.
💡 Hint: Consider the role of tracheids in supporting the plant.
Suppose a plant experiences drought. Explain how the structure of tracheids contributes to the plant’s response to water loss.
💡 Hint: Think about how tracheids manage water supply during stress.
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