Why Is It Important That the Cells of the Phloem

question 59

Multiple Choice

Why is it important that the cells of the phloem remain alive?

• A) Active transport and osmosis require a functional plasma membrane to take place.
• B) Transpiration depends on the presence of a central vacuole.
• C) Photosynthesis only occurs in vascular tissue.
• D) All the mitochondria in a plant are found in the phloem.

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