Which vascular tissue is generally located toward the upper side of a leaf vein in many dicot leaves?
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Correct answer: Xylem
In many dicot leaf veins, xylem is located toward the upper, or adaxial, side of the leaf. Phloem is typically positioned toward the lower, or abaxial, side.
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