In most cone-producing trees (such as pines), tracheids and albuminous cells function like the ________ and ________ of flowering plants.
A) vessel elements; companion cells
B) sieve tube members; rays
C) companion cells; vessel elements
D) ray initials; vessel elements
E) sieve tube members; vessel elements

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In most cone-producing trees, tracheids function similarly to vessel elements in flowering plants by transporting water and minerals, while albuminous cells perform a role akin to companion cells, assisting in the transport of nutrients.

In Most Cone-Producing Trees (Such as Pines), Tracheids and Albuminous