The Process of Loading and Transport of Food Through the Phloem

question 40

Multiple Choice

The process of loading and transport of food through the phloem tissue involves which of the following factors?

• A) Osmosis.
• B) Active transport.
• C) Mass flow.
• D) Differences in water potential.
• E) All of these are involved in phloem transport.

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Definitions:

Teratogen

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Miscarriage

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Stillbirth

The birth of a baby who is born without any signs of life at or after 24 weeks of pregnancy.

Ectopic Pregnancy

A medical condition where the fertilized egg implants and grows outside the uterine cavity.