Question

question 99
in most plants, water and minerals are absorbed by ______.
a the stems
b the leaves
c leaves and roots
d the roots
e all of these

Explanation:

In plant biology, roots are the primary structures responsible for absorbing water and minerals from the soil. Stems mainly transport substances, leaves are for photosynthesis and gas exchange, and leaves don't primarily absorb water/minerals. So the correct option is D.

Answer:

D. the roots