Question

Main function of a leaf is to

• A. prepare food for the plant
• B. protect the plant
• C. anchor the plant
• D. distribute food in the plant body

Answer 1

The correct option is A

prepare food for the plant

The correct option is (A):

Explanation of the correct option:

1. Leaf contains the green pigment called chlorophyll which can trap the solar energy to perform photosynthesis.
2. Carbon dioxide and water is converted to food (glucose) and oxygen in the presence of sunlight during photosynthesis.
3. Transpiration or removal of excess water takes place through the stomata present in the leaves.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option (B):

The outer protective layer called the epidermis protects the internal structures of the plant.

Option (C):

The roots remain inside the soil and anchors the plant to a specific region.

Option (D):

Phloem is a conducting tissue which distributes the food produced by the leaves throughout the plant body.

Final Answer: Main function of a leaf is to prepare food for the plant.