Asked by Alison Marie on Jun 17, 2024
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The plant vascular system performs which of the following functions?
A) Photosynthesis
B) Conducts water, dissolved minerals, and food
C) Storage
D) Covers the plant body
E) Embryonic differentiation
Vascular System
The network of blood vessels in an organism through which blood circulates, delivering oxygen and nutrients.
Photosynthesis
The method where green plants and certain other organisms utilize sunlight to create food from carbon dioxide and water.
Embryonic Differentiation
Embryonic differentiation is the process during embryonic development in which unspecialized stem cells give rise to specialized cells, forming various tissues and organs.
- Discern and characterize the segments and operation of vascular configurations in plants.
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Casius ChumaJun 18, 2024
Final Answer :
B
Explanation :
The plant vascular system, consisting of the xylem and phloem, is responsible for the conduction of water, dissolved minerals, and food (sugars) throughout the plant.
Learning Objectives
- Discern and characterize the segments and operation of vascular configurations in plants.