Source: Extra Practice
In plants, which tissue is primarily responsible for the transport of water and dissolved minerals from the roots to other parts of the plant?
Options
Option A
Phloem
Option B is correct
Xylem
Option C
Stomata
Option D
Chloroplast
Explanation
Xylem is the specialized vascular tissue in plants responsible for transporting water and dissolved minerals absorbed by the roots upwards to the stem, leaves, and other aerial parts. Phloem, on the other hand, transports food synthesized in the leaves. Stomata are pores for gas exchange, and chloroplasts are sites of photosynthesis.