What Tissue Conducts Water Through a Plant

Question

What tissue conducts water through a plant?
A) phloem
B) xylem
C) meristematic tissue
D) epidermal tissue

Accepted Answer

Xylem is the tissue responsible for conducting water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant. It is composed of specialized cells such as tracheids and vessel elements, which are arranged to form tubes that transport water in a one-way direction. Phloem, on the other hand, is responsible for transporting sugars and other metabolic products throughout the plant. Meristematic tissue is responsible for growth and development, while epidermal tissue provides a protective covering for the plant.