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Plant Transport: Xylem and Phloem Functions

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Which tissue in plants is responsible for the transportation of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant?

Tracheids (correct)

Sieve tubes

Companion cells

Phloem

What is the main function of phloem in plants?

Absorbing nutrients from the soil

Transporting water from roots to leaves

Transporting sucrose from leaves to other plant parts (correct)

Creating a continuous column for water transport

In the phloem, which cells are responsible for aiding in the transport of nutrients and maintaining sieve tube function?

Xylem parenchyma

Tracheids

Xylem fibers

Phloem fibers (correct)

How does water primarily enter root hair cells for absorption in plants?

Via the xylem vessels Signup and view all the answers

Which process in the phloem is responsible for the uptake and release of organic nutrients throughout the plant?

Phloem loading and unloading Signup and view all the answers

What is the main driving force that pulls water and minerals up through the xylem in plants?

Transpiration and cohesion forces Signup and view all the answers

What is the main function of xylem in plants?

Transporting water and nutrients from roots to the rest of the plant Signup and view all the answers

How is water moved up the xylem in plants?

Through a process called transpiration pull Signup and view all the answers

Which cells make up the phloem tissue in plants?

Living cells called sieve-tube elements Signup and view all the answers

What is responsible for the transport of sugars in plants?

Phloem tissue Signup and view all the answers

How is food transported through the phloem in plants?

Through a process called translocation Signup and view all the answers

Why is phloem different from xylem in terms of cell composition?

Phloem contains living cells while xylem contains dead cells Signup and view all the answers