Suppose a fungus destroys the central xylem and phloem tissues in the roots of a tree. What function of the root system will be lost because of this damage?

a. The roots will no longer be able to provide structural support.
b. The roots will no longer be able to store glucose and water.
c. The roots will not be able to transport minerals and water.
d. The roots will not be protected from water loss to the surroundings.

Question

Suppose a fungus destroys the central xylem and phloem tissues in the roots of a tree. What function of the root system will be lost because of this damage?

a. The roots will no longer be able to provide structural support.
b. The roots will no longer be able to store glucose and water.
c. The roots will not be able to transport minerals and water.
d. The roots will not be protected from water loss to the surroundings.

hectoroftroy · Answer

I don't think xylem and phloem support anything. They are transport tissues.

anonymous · Answer

hi, sorry my computer froze, so what is it?

hectoroftroy · Answer

Phloem transports water and xylem transports other stuff. It should be pretty obvious.

anonymous · Answer

c?

hectoroftroy · Answer

Yes I agree.

anonymous · Answer

oh really?, that was a guess...

hectoroftroy · Answer

All I know is that xylem and phloem transport stuff. And C is the only option with transport in it.

anonymous · Answer

ok thank u so much!