Question

The statements given below are incorrect. Rewrite the correct statement by changing the underlined words of the statements.
Xylem transports starch from the leaves to all parts of the plant body.

Answer 1

Vascular tissue:

1. Phloem is a vascular tissue that transports food (starch) from the leaves to all parts of the plant body.
2. Xylem transports water and soluble mineral nutrients to all parts of the plant body and gives it mechanical strength.

Final answer: Phloem transports starch from the leaves to all parts of the plant body.