JAMB Biology 1999 Question 14

Question 14

Transport in Plants

Substances manufactured by the leaves are transported to other parts of the plant through the

  1. A.xylem
  2. B.companion cells
  3. C.sieve tubes
  4. D.cambium.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: C (sieve tubes)

Explanation

Food made in the leaves is translocated through the sieve tubes of the phloem.