Exam 2 Vocab Flashcards
Softwood and Hardwood structure
1
Q
Longitudinal tracheids
A
Long and slender, parallel to stem Axis, 90-95% of softwood volume. hollow toothpick shape, but more rectangular
2
Q
Longitudinal parenchyma
A
Similar to longitudinal tracheids, but split into smaller sections. 1-2% of softwood volume