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What is the primary function of xylem in plants?

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Xylem and phloem

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What is the primary function of xylem in plants?.

  1. A.Transporting sucrose
  2. B.Transporting water and minerals
  3. C.Providing structural support
  4. D.Transporting amino acids

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Transport in Plants

Xylem and phloem are two types of vascular tissue in plants. Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots, while phloem transports sugars and amino acids from the leaves to other parts of the plant.

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    Describe the roles of xylem and phloem in plants.

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