EVERYDAY SCIENCE

Detailed explanation-1: -Through xylem vascular tissues, the stem transports water and nutritional minerals from the absorption site in the roots to the leaves. The transfer of nutrients from leaves to other plant organs is primarily accomplished by phloem, a type of vascular tissue found in the stem.

Detailed explanation-2: -The roots absorb water and minerals from the soil and anchor the plant in the ground. The stem supports the plant above ground, and carries the water and minerals to the leaves.

Detailed explanation-3: -Functions: Stem mainly helps in the upward movement of water and minerals that are absorbed by the roots and then transports them to the other parts of the plants such as leaves, flowers and fruits. Stem provides support as well as protection to the plant and is also involved in the vegetative propagation of plants.

Detailed explanation-4: -Support: Primary function of the stem is to hold up buds, flowers, leaves, and fruits to the plant. Along with the roots, a stem anchors the plants and helps them to stand upright and perpendicular to the ground.

Detailed explanation-5: -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. Xylem cells constitute the major part of a mature woody stem or root.