Question

Xylem translocates :

• A. Water, mineral salts, some organic nitrogen and hormones
• B. Water only
• C. Water and mineral salts only
• D. Water, mineral salts and some organic nitrogen only

Answer 1

The correct option is A Water, mineral salts, some organic nitrogen and hormones

Xylem is responsible for translocation of water, mineral salts, some organic nitrogen and hormones, from roots to the stems.

Phloem translocates food materials, various organic and inorganic solutes from the leaves to other parts of the plants.