What is the tissue responsible for transporting... - JAMB Biology 2023 Question
What is the tissue responsible for transporting water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant?
A
Xylem
B
Epidermis
C
Parenchyma
D
Phloem
correct option: a
The tissue responsible for transporting water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant is xylem. Xylem vessels and tracheids form a network that facilitates the upward movement of water and nutrients through the plant.
The epidermis is the outermost layer of cells providing protection, the parenchyma is a type of ground tissue with various functions, and the phloem is responsible for transporting sugars and other organic nutrients within the plant.
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