What will happen to a plant if its xylem is removed?

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What will happen to a plant if its xylem is removed?

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The xylem tissue transports water and minerals from the soil to the leaves of a plant for photosynthesis. If xylem is removed, upward movement of water will stop leading to wilting of leaves and ultimately causes death of a plant.

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