What is the primary function of phloem in vascular plants?

Practice Questions

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What is the primary function of phloem in vascular plants?
  1. Transport water and minerals
  2. Transport sugars and nutrients
  3. Provide structural support
  4. Store energy

Questions & Step-by-Step Solutions

What is the primary function of phloem in vascular plants?
  • Step 1: Understand that phloem is a type of tissue in vascular plants.
  • Step 2: Know that phloem's main job is to transport substances.
  • Step 3: Identify that the substances transported are sugars and nutrients.
  • Step 4: Recognize that these sugars and nutrients are produced in the leaves during photosynthesis.
  • Step 5: Learn that phloem carries these sugars and nutrients to other parts of the plant, like stems and roots.
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