The heartwood of a tree consists of
A) functional xylem.
B) collenchyma.
C) non-functional xylem.
D) phloem.
E) non-functional phloem.

Name: The heartwood of a tree consists of A) functional xylem. B) collenchyma. C) non-functional xylem. D) phloem. E) non-functional phloem.
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The heartwood of a tree consists of non-functional xylem. This part of the tree is located in the center and provides structural support but does not participate in the transport of water and nutrients.

The Heartwood of a Tree Consists of