12 Questions
What is the primary function of phloem tissue?
Transportation of sugars
What is the role of companion cells in phloem tissue?
Actively loading sugars into sieve tube elements
Which type of cell in phloem tissue is responsible for providing support?
Phloem fibres
How does water move upwards through xylem vessels?
By capillary action
What is the distinguishing factor between xylem and phloem tissue regarding movement?
Xylem facilitates bidirectional movement
What is the function of xylem parenchyma cells?
Storage of food
What is the main function of xylem tissue?
Transporting water and minerals from roots to the rest of the plant
Which type of cells in xylem tissue are long cylindrical tube-like dead cells with lignified cell walls?
Xylem vessels
What is the main function of phloem tissue?
Transporting organic compounds produced during photosynthesis
What is a common feature of xylem vessels and tracheids?
Long tapering lignified dead cells
In the vascular bundles of a plant, what does xylem tissue do?
Transport water and minerals
What distinguishes xylem fibers from xylem vessels and tracheids?
They are dead cells with mechanical strength function
Learn about the essential role of vascular tissue in plants for the transportation of fluids, nutrients, and signaling molecules. Explore the structure and functions of xylem and phloem that enable plants to thrive in various environments.
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