Biology
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Medium
Question
Sapwood is formed from _____________?
A
Primary xylem
B
Secondary xylem
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C
Primary phloem
D
Secondary phloem
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A
Primary xylem
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B
Secondary xylem
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C
Primary phloem
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D
Secondary phloem
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Explanation
Sapwood, the outer, functional wood that conducts water in a tree trunk, is formed from secondary xylem, which is produced by the vascular cambium.