L15 LS Homework

What is the primary role of xylem in a plant?

• Transporting sugars from leaves to other parts of the plant.

• Anchoring the plant in the soil.

• Carrying water and minerals from the roots upwards.

• Providing structural support to the leaves.

Which substance is primarily transported by the phloem throughout a plant?

• Water

• Glucose (sugar)

• Oxygen

• Minerals

What is the primary distinction between vascular and nonvascular plants?

• Vascular plants are taller than nonvascular plants.

• Vascular plants have specialized tissues for transport, while nonvascular plants do not.

• Nonvascular plants produce flowers, while vascular plants do not.

• Vascular plants absorb water through osmosis, while nonvascular plants use roots.

Which statement accurately describes nonvascular plants?

• They possess true stems, leaves, and roots.

• They are typically large and can grow against gravity.

• They absorb water primarily through osmosis.

• They are also known as angiosperms.

What are the three main ingredients required for photosynthesis?

• Oxygen, Glucose, Light

• Water, Carbon Dioxide, Light

• Nitrogen, Water, Oxygen

• Glucose, Carbon Dioxide, Water

Why do carnivorous plants like the Venus Flytrap digest insects?

• To obtain glucose for photosynthesis

• To supplement their nitrogen needs

• To attract pollinators

• To store water