Which of the following is responsible for the ascent of sap?
A
Phloem
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B
Sclerenchyma
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C
Xylem
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D
Parenchyma
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Solution
The correct option is C
Xylem
The plants absorb minerals and water from the soil by the root system.The water and minerals are transported upward through the xylem by the process known as the ascent of sap.