AP BIOLOGY

PLANTS

ROOTS

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Which of the following statements best describes xylem’s function in the plant?
A
transpports water and minerals up from the roots to the rest of the plant
B
transports food down from the leaves to the rest of the plant
C
transports water and minerals down from the roots to the rest of the plant
D
transports food up from the leaves to the rest of the plant
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Xylem transports water and dissolved mineral salts from the roots to the rest of the plant.

Detailed explanation-2: -Which of the following best describes the primary role of xylem in plants? Explanation: Xylem is a type of tissue present in vascular plants that is responsible for water transport within the organism. Types of cells contained within xylem include tracheids, vessel elements, parenchyma cells, and fibers.

Detailed explanation-3: -Xylem transports and stores water and water-soluble nutrients in vascular plants.

Detailed explanation-4: -Xylem is a complex permanent tissue. It is responsible for the upward conduction of water and minerals in plants. Xylem consists of tracheids, vessels, xylem parenchyma and xylem fibres.

Detailed explanation-5: -Xylem is the specialised tissue of vascular plants that transports water and nutrients from the plant–soil interface to stems and leaves, and provides mechanical support and storage. The water-conducting function of xylem is one of the major distinguishing features of vascular plants.

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