2. Which one of the following does not correctly match the form with its functio

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2. Which one of the following does not correctly match the form with its function?

a. roots: water and minerals in the soil are absorbed

b. phloem sap: products of photosynthesis are transported from roots to shoots

c. leaves: sugars are produced by photosynthesis

d. xylem sap: water and minerals are transported from shoots to roots

3. If you place flaccid plant cells in pure water, water ________ into cell because it has ________.

a. does not enter the cell; solutes and low water potential

b. enter the cell; solutes and high water potential

c. enter the cell; solutes and low water potential

d. does not enter the cell; solutes and high water potential

Explanation / Answer

ANSWER 2.
phloem sap: products of photosynthesis are transported from shoots to roots (since phloem is made in the leaves)
xylem sap: water and minerals are transported from roots to shoots (since water comes in from the roots)
Hence, both options b. and d. are incorrect. Kindly check the question for typing errors, and refer back for the right answer

ANSWER 3.
If you place flaccid plant cells in pure water, water ________ into cell because it has ________:
c. enter the cell; solutes and low water potential

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