Biology: Concepts and Investigations
5th Edition
ISBN: 9781260259049
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG
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Chapter 22.2, Problem 3MC
Compare and contrast the structure and function of tracheids, vessel elements, and sieve tube elements.
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