Transport in Plants

Front

What is the arrangement of xylem and phloem in the leaf?

Back

Xylem is located above phloem.

Front

What is the function of sieve tubes in phloem?

Back

Sieve tubes transport manufactured food like sucrose and amino acids.

Front

Which part of the plant produces glucose during photosynthesis?

Back

The leaf produces glucose during photosynthesis.

Front

What is the function of companion cells in phloem?

Back

Companion cells assist in transporting manufactured food like sucrose and amino acids.

Front

Where are the xylem and phloem located in the stem?

Back

Xylem and phloem are located in the vascular bundle.

Front

What is the primary function of xylem?

Back

Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.

Front

What is the primary function of phloem?

Back

Phloem transports nutrients and food produced by photosynthesis throughout the plant.

Front

What are the two main types of vascular tissue in plants?

Back

The two main types of vascular tissue are xylem and phloem.

Front

What role do roots play in plant transport?

Back

Roots absorb water and minerals from the soil.

Front

How does water move through the xylem?

Back

Water moves through the xylem via capillary action and transpiration.