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Which plant tissue is responsible for lateral transport of water and minerals through radial ray cells?

A. Parenchyma ray✓ Correct Answer
B. Sieve tube element
C. Vessel member
D. Companion cell

💡 Solution & Explanation

Ray parenchyma cells are specialized tissues that enable the lateral or radial conduction of water, minerals, and organic nutrients across secondary xylem and phloem. Other tissues mentioned are primarily involved in longitudinal transport or structural support within the vascular bundles.

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