Chemical analysis of phloem shows the presence of

More amount of carbohydrates

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Organic nitrogenous compounds

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Minerals

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Both A and B

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Solution

The correct option is C Both A and B
Xylem cells are involved in transport of water and minerals. Both Xylem and phloem transport organic nitrogen in the form of amides.Unlike Xlyem Phloem elements are majorly involved in transportation of sugars. Hence, cells of phloem are expected to be rich in sugars and nitrogen containing organic compounds.
So, the correct answer is 'Both A and B'

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Assertion (A): Much of the nitrogen and small amounts of phosphorus and sulphur are carried in the organic form through xylem.

Reason (R): Xylem transports only inorganic nutrients and phloem transports only organic nutrients.

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