Question

Question 1 (iii)

Correct the following statements and rewrite them in your notebook.
Roots conduct water to the leaves.

Answer 1

Stem conducts water to the leaves.

Stems are the long, supportive part of plants. The functions of stems include:

(i) Stem transfers water from roots to various parts of the plant.

(ii) It transports food from leaves to various parts.

(iii) Stem and its branches bear leaves, flowers, and fruits.

The root helps in absorbing water and minerals from the soil.