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Choose xylem, phloem or both for being able to transport water and nutrients from the roots to all parts of the plant.
A
xylem
B
phloem
C
both
D
None of the above
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The two primary vascular tissues are xylem, which transports water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the leaves, and phloem, which conducts food from the leaves to all parts of the plant.

Detailed explanation-2: -The vascular system is comprised of two main types of tissue: the xylem and the phloem. The xylem distributes water and dissolved minerals upward through the plant, from the roots to the leaves. The phloem carries food downward from the leaves to the roots.

Detailed explanation-3: -Water Transport from Roots to Shoots The structure of plant roots, stems, and leaves facilitates the transport of water, nutrients, and photosynthates throughout the plant. The phloem and xylem are the main tissues responsible for this movement.

Detailed explanation-4: -The basic function of xylem is to transport water from roots to stems and leaves, but it also transports nutrients. The word xylem is derived from the Ancient Greek word (xylon), meaning “wood"; the best-known xylem tissue is wood, though it is found throughout a plant.

Detailed explanation-5: -Vascular tissues include xylem and phloem. They allow plants to grow tall without drying out. Xylem transports water and dissolved minerals from the roots to stems and leaves. Phloem transports food (sugar dissolved in water) from photosynthetic cells to other parts of the plant for growth or storage.

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