Which of the following would NOT be part of a stele?
A) cortex
B) primary xylem
C) primary phloem
D) pith
E) All of these answers are correct.

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The stele is the central part of the stem or root of a vascular plant, and it contains the plant's vascular tissue, including the xylem, phloem, and sometimes the pith. The cortex, however, is not part of the stele; it is found outside the stele, surrounding it.

Which of the Following Would NOT Be Part of a Stele