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Which of the following is not a function of the root system in a plant?

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Holding plant upright

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Absorbing sunlight

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Absorbing water

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Absorbing minerals

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The correct option is B Absorbing sunlight
Roots anchor the plant firmly into the ground. Roots also absorb water and minerals from the soil. Roots do not absorb sunlight as they are below the ground. Sunlight is absorbed by green parts of the plant like the leaves.

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