Question

The diagram shows a plant. What is the pathway taken by the water absorbed by this plant?

• A. X → Y → Z
• B. W → Y → Z
• C. Z → Y → X
• D. Z → Y → W

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Z → Y → X

Z → Y → X. Roots(Z) will absorb water and transport it to stem(Y) and leaves(X). Xylem transports water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant and also provides physical support. Xylem tissue consists of a variety of specialized, water-conducting cells known as tracheary elements. Together with phloem(tissue that conducts sugar from the leaves to the rest of the plant), xylem is found in all vascular plants.