In plants, water is transported through
Last updated Jun 5, 2026
Correct Answer:
Option D —
Xylem
How Water Transport Works in PlantsPlants have a specialized vascular system made up of two main types of complex tissues to move materials around:
Xylem: This tissue acts like a system of microscopic pipes that transports water and dissolved minerals upwards from the roots to the leaves. It only moves materials in one direction (upward).
Phloem: This tissue is responsible for transporting food (sugars made during photosynthesis) from the leaves to all other parts of the plant. It moves materials in both directions (upward and downward).
To clear up the other options: Root hairs absorb the water from the soil in the first place, and stomata are tiny pores on the leaves that allow gases to enter and exit (and let excess water evaporate through transpiration). However, the actual internal transportation is done by the Xylem.
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