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Q: The xylem in plants are responsible for :
  • A. transport of water
  • B. transport of food
  • C. transport of amino acids
  • D. transport of oxygen
Correct Answer: Option A - Xylem in plants are responsible for transport of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant and also provides physical support. Xylem tissue consists of a variety of specialized, water conducting cells known as tracheary elements and phloem carries the food prepared by the leaves to the different parts of the plant.
A. Xylem in plants are responsible for transport of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant and also provides physical support. Xylem tissue consists of a variety of specialized, water conducting cells known as tracheary elements and phloem carries the food prepared by the leaves to the different parts of the plant.

Explanations:

Xylem in plants are responsible for transport of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant and also provides physical support. Xylem tissue consists of a variety of specialized, water conducting cells known as tracheary elements and phloem carries the food prepared by the leaves to the different parts of the plant.