Question

question 11 (1 point)
what is the main function of vascular tissues in plants?
o a producing cells for reproduction
o b storing sugars in leaves
o c releasing water vapor
o d transporting substances through the plant

Explanation:

Vascular tissues in plants, which include xylem and phloem, are mainly responsible for transporting substances. Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to other parts of the plant. Phloem transports sugars (produced during photosynthesis) to different plant tissues.

• Option a: Reproductive cells are produced by reproductive organs, not vascular tissues.
• Option b: Storing sugars is more related to storage tissues (like parenchyma in some storage organs) rather than the main function of vascular tissues.
• Option c: Releasing water vapor (transpiration) is mainly through stomata in leaves, not the main function of vascular tissues.
• Option d: This aligns with the role of vascular tissues (transporting substances).

Answer:

d. Transporting substances through the plant