Question

Which part of the stem is primarily involved in radial conduction of water and food?

• A. Pith
• B. Primary Medullary Rays
• C. Vascular Bundles
• D. Cortex

Answer 1

The correct option is B

Primary Medullary Rays

While the vascular bundle transports water and food from root to the leaves and leaves to roots, the transport of the same, radially across the stem is done by primary medullary rays.