JAMB Biology 1981 Question 10

Question 10

Structure of Flowering Plants

Fig. 3: T.S. Herbaceous stem
Which of the labelled tissues in Fig. 3 is responsible for the transport of mineral salts and water in a living plant?

Diagram for this question
  1. A.1
  2. B.2
  3. C.3
  4. D.4
  5. E.5
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (3)

Explanation

Water and mineral salts travel in the xylem, the inner part of each vascular bundle, labelled 3.