Explain why the xylem of angiosperms is probably more efficient at transporting water and minerals than the xylem of gymnosperms

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Angiosperm xylem is compose of both tracheids and vessel members. Gymnosperm xylem is composed of only tracheids. Vessel members are more efficient at water transport because they have larger holes in their end walls and fit together in an end-to-end fashion. Tracheids are slender cells that overlap at their ends and have much smaller holes.

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