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Water Explain Xylem Tissue Adapted Function Marks Long

Front Explain how xylem tissue is adapted for its function ( 4 marks)
Back long cells / tubes with no end walls; 
continuous water columns; 
no cytoplasm / no organelles/named organelle; 
to impede/obstruct flow / allows easier water flow; 
thickening/lignin; support / withstand tension / waterproof / keeps water in cells; 
pits in walls; allow lateral movement / get round blocked vessels

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