Which of the Following Statements About Xylem Is Incorrect

question 33

Multiple Choice

Which of the following statements about xylem is incorrect?

• A) It conducts material from root tips to leaves.
• B) The conducting cells are part of the apoplast.
• C) It transports mainly sugars and amino acids.
• D) It typically has a lower water potential than is found in soil.
• E) No energy input is required for transport.

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Definitions:

Polarized Capacitors

Capacitors that are specifically designed to be used with a particular polarity in DC circuits and can be damaged if connected in reverse.

Electrolytic

A type of capacitor that is polarity sensitive.

Temperature Coefficient

A parameter that quantifies the change in a physical property of a material as the temperature changes.

Capacitance Change

A variation in the ability of a capacitor to store an electrical charge, affected by factors such as distance between plates, area of plates, and the dielectric material.