Which of the following statements regarding xylem vessels in angiosperm trees is NOT true?
A) Vessels allow angiosperms to have higher rates of water flow through stems.
B) Angiosperms are able to fix more CO2 and have higher growth rates due to vessels.
C) Vessels are rigid and strong and do not require additional support cells.
D) Angiosperm wood structure has a high degree of diversity due to the presence of several distinct cell types.
E) Angiosperms primarily use vessels to transport water and minerals.
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