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Author: Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher: Cengage Learning
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Vascular system in plants is the association of xylem and phloem to transport dissolved water, minerals, and food. Xylem is also responsible for providing support to the plant. It contains 4 types of cells called parenchyma cells, fibers, vessels, and tracheid.

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