Understanding Xylem and Phloem

What is the main function of xylem?

• To store food for the plant.

• The main function of xylem is to transport water and minerals.

• To facilitate photosynthesis in leaves.

• To provide structural support to the plant.

How does phloem help plants?

• Phloem helps plants by transporting nutrients and sugars from the leaves to other parts of the plant.

• Phloem protects the plant from pests and diseases.

• Phloem stores energy in the form of starch.

• Phloem absorbs water from the soil for the plant.

What type of tissue is xylem?

• Xylem is a complex tissue.

• Xylem is a type of epithelial tissue.

• Xylem is a simple tissue.

• Xylem is a type of muscle tissue.

What is the structure of phloem made of?

• Root hairs and stomata

• Phloem is made of sieve elements, companion cells, phloem fibers, and phloem parenchyma.

• Xylem and sclerenchyma

• Chloroplasts and mitochondria

What do xylem vessels transport?

• Water and dissolved minerals

• Nutrients and sugars

• Waste products and toxins

• Carbon dioxide and oxygen

What do phloem tubes carry?

• Phloem tubes carry waste products from the plant.

• Phloem tubes carry sugars and other organic nutrients.

• Phloem tubes carry water and minerals.

• Phloem tubes carry only carbon dioxide.

How are xylem and phloem different in function?

• Xylem carries water and minerals; phloem carries sugars and nutrients.

• Xylem carries sugars; phloem carries water.

• Xylem transports gases; phloem transports minerals.

• Xylem and phloem both carry water and nutrients.

Which part of the plant contains xylem?

• Seeds and fruits

• Leaves and flowers

• Bark and petals

• Stems and roots

What is one key difference in the structure of xylem and phloem?

• Xylem is responsible for photosynthesis, while phloem is for respiration.

• Xylem transports nutrients, while phloem transports water.

• Xylem contains dead cells for water transport, while phloem consists of living cells for nutrient transport.

• Both xylem and phloem consist of dead cells.

Why is phloem important for plant growth?

• Phloem stores water for photosynthesis.

• Phloem protects plants from pests and diseases.

• Phloem is responsible for root growth.

• Phloem transports nutrients necessary for plant growth.