Differentiate between tracheid and vessels?

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Differentiate between tracheid's and vessels?

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DIFFERENCE BETWEEN VESSELS AND TRACHEIDS - Teachoo.jpg

Tracheid's	Vessels
Tracheid are live tubular cells in the xylem of plants which help in the conduction of water and minerals. It is made up of a single cell . They have a narrow lumen . The ends of tracheid's are pointed . They have a lower efficiency in water conduction.	Vessels are elongated dead cells which have holes/perforations and help in conduction of water and minerals. It is made up of many cells . They have a broad lumen . The ends of vessels are broader . They have a high efficiency .

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