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What is the technical name for wood?

   What is the technical name for wood?

Plant Systematics

Plant Systematics

Michael G. Simpson 2nd Edition

Chapter 10, Problem 41

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Solved by Expert Narayan Hari

06/25/2021

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It is primarily composed of cellulose fibers embedded in a matrix of lignin. Show more…

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Secondary Xylem

Secondary xylem is a botanical term that refers to the tissue produced by the vascular cambium in plants, which accumulates to form the bulk of what is commonly known as wood. This tissue is responsible for conducting water and nutrients and providing structural support, and it is composed primarily of cellulose, hemicellulose, and lignin.

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