Question

Why is conduction considered to be an important process in plants?

• A. It helps in the distribution of food and water throughout the plant body.
• B. The water and minerals are transported upward through the xylem.
• C. The organic food materials are transported both upward and downward through the phloem.
• D. All of the above

Answer 1

The correct option is D

All of the above

Conduction plays an important role in the distribution of food and water throughout the plant body.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. Similarly, the organic food materials synthesized in the leaves are transported both upward and downward through the phloem elements called the transport of solutes.