Practice Water & Mineral Transport (2) - Transport of food and minerals in plants

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Question 1.
What is the primary function of xylem?
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Think about what the X in xylem stands for in terms of movement.
Question 2.
What creates root pressure?
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Consider how roots interact with water.
3Question 3.
What is the main function of xylem?
- Transport food
- Transport water and minerals
- Store energy
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Think of what xylem contributes to plant health.
4Question 4.
True or False: The root pressure theory indicates that water can be pushed downwards.
- True
- False
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Recall the direction of water movement in plants.
Question 5.
Explore how environmental conditions like drought can affect root pressure and transpiration rates. Discuss potential adaptations of plants in response.
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Look at how plants adjust their structures or functions.
Question 6.
Given a plant experiencing high humidity, predict how this might influence transpiration pull and overall plant water transport.
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Consider the relationship between humidity and evaporation.

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