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SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 89

SSC MTS - 03 May 2023 - Shift 2 • General Awareness • Q89

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Which plant tissue is responsible for the transportation of water and minerals from the soil to the stems and leaves?

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Xylem.

  • The plant tissue responsible for the transportation of water and minerals from the soil to the stems and leaves is called the xylem.
  • Xylem is a complex tissue composed of various specialized cells, including tracheids and vessel elements, which form hollow tubes. These tubes allow for the upward movement of water and minerals through capillary action and transpiration.