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"Sap wood" is otherwise called...

"Sap wood" is otherwise called

A

Duramen

B

Alburnum

C

Pith

D

Medullary rays

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To answer the question "Sap wood" is otherwise called, we can follow these steps: 1. **Define Sapwood**: Sapwood is the outer, living part of the tree's wood that is responsible for the conduction of water and minerals from the roots to the leaves. It is composed of living parenchyma cells. 2. **Identify Characteristics of Sapwood**: Sapwood is softer than heartwood and is typically lighter in color. It plays a crucial role in the transport of nutrients and water. 3. **Differentiate Between Sapwood and Other Wood Types**: - **Heartwood (Duramen)**: This is the inner, non-living part of the wood that provides structural support and does not conduct water. - **Alburnum**: This term is synonymous with sapwood and refers to the outer, active part of the wood. - **Pith**: This is the central part of the stem, which is not the same as sapwood. - **Medullary Rays**: These are tissue structures that run radially in the wood and are not synonymous with sapwood. 4. **Conclusion**: Based on the definitions and characteristics discussed, sapwood is otherwise called **alburnum**. ### Final Answer: "Sap wood" is otherwise called **alburnum**.
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