Salts and water are absorbed in the roots and transported to leaves by
A.
diffusion through the xylem tissues
B.
osmosis through the phloem tissues
C.
diffusion through the phloem tissues
D.
osmosis through the xylem tissues
Correct Answer: Option D
Explanation
The water and salts are absorbed by the root hair and undergo cell to cell movement by osmosis until they reach the xylem. This water is then transported through the xylem vessels to the leaves and is evaporated by the process of transpiration.
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