Question

Mention the functions of the stem. [2 MARKS]

Answer 1

Each function: 1 Mark
[Mention any two]

1. Stem helps in transportation of absorbed water and nutrients through vascular tissue from roots to leaves.
2. Stem also transports food from the leaves to different storage organs.
3. Sometimes stem can store food which is mostly underground.
4. Stem can store water by becoming fleshy as in desert plants.
5. Green stem can perform photosynthesis when leaves are reduced or absent as in desert plants.