what is the nature of tissues in heartwood and sapwood
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Heart wood is made up of secondary xylem tissue. It becomes dark brown due to the deposition of organic compounds like tannins, resins, aromatic substances, gums, oils and forms central most layer of stem. It is hard and provides mechanical support to the plant.
Sap wood is also made up of secondary xylem tissue but contains peripheral part of secondary xylem. It is lighter in colour and helps plant in conduction of water and minerals from root to leaf.
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Please find below the solution to the asked query
Heart wood is made up of secondary xylem tissue. It becomes dark brown due to the deposition of organic compounds like tannins, resins, aromatic substances, gums, oils and forms central most layer of stem. It is hard and provides mechanical support to the plant.
Sap wood is also made up of secondary xylem tissue but contains peripheral part of secondary xylem. It is lighter in colour and helps plant in conduction of water and minerals from root to leaf.
Hope this information will clear your doubts about the nature of tissues in heartwood and sapwood.
If you have any more doubts just ask here on the forum and our experts will try to help you out as soon as possible.
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