Which vascular tissue translocates food from leaves to other parts of the plant?

Phloem

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Xylem

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Parenchyma

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Cambium

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Pericycle

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Solution

The correct option is E Phloem
Phloem is the vascular tissues that serve in translocation of food from source i.e., leaves to sink tissues. Xylem serves in the transport of water and minerals from root to leaves. Parenchyma cells serve in storage and secretion. Cambium is the lateral meristem and carries out secondary growth. Pericycle in dicot roots forms vascular cambium. Correct answer is A.

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I. Xylem mainly translocates water, minerals salts and also organic solutes.

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III. Xylem transports substances from roots to aerial parts of the plants.

IV. Phloem transports substances from leaves to other parts of the plants.

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