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The carbohydrates synthesized in the leaves are transported through sieve tubes, most commonly in the form of?
The carbohydrates synthesized in the leaves are transported through sieve tubes, most commonly in the form of?
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The correct option is C Sucrose
Green plants synthesize sugars during the process of photosynthesis. The most commonly synthesized sugar is glucose. Glucose is converted to sucrose for transportation through sieve elements. Sucrose is converted to starch for long term storage in roots, seeds and other vegetative parts.So, the correct answer is 'Sucrose.'
Green plants synthesize sugars during the process of photosynthesis. The most commonly synthesized sugar is glucose. Glucose is converted to sucrose for transportation through sieve elements. Sucrose is converted to starch for long term storage in roots, seeds and other vegetative parts.
So, the correct answer is 'Sucrose.'
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