Question

Veins in the leaves are useful for

• A. All of the above
• B. Transport of organic food material
• C. Mechanical support
• D. Transport of water and minerals

Answer 1

The correct option is A

All of the above

Leaves have veins for the support of the leaf blade and for transport of food and water in the leaf.

In most leaves, the veins form a netlike pattern, with several large veins connected by smaller ones which supply every part of the blade with water.