Which of the Following Could Be Considered a Source and a Sink

question 29

Multiple Choice

Which of the following could be considered a source and a sink (respectively) in a plant?

• A) Roots, flower
• B) Mature leaf, xylem
• C) Mature leaf, developing fruit
• D) Developing fruit, mature leaf
• E) Phloem, roots

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Definitions:

Nucleotide

The basic building block of nucleic acids, such as DNA and RNA, consisting of a sugar, a phosphate group, and a nitrogenous base.

DNA Molecule

The carrier of genetic information in living organisms and viruses, composed of two long strands of nucleotides twisted into a double helix.

Chicken Eggs

Eggs produced by chickens, commonly consumed as food by humans.

Nucleus

The organelle in a cell that houses the DNA and is responsible for controlling the cell's growth, metabolism, and reproduction.