Question

When looking at a stalk of celery that has been sitting in red food-coloredwater. Sarah notices the celery has red lines running through it. Why is thispossible?The roots absorbed the water.The stomata allowed the water in.The xylem transported the water through the stem and to the leaves of the plant.The phloem transported the water through the stem and to the leaves of the plant.

Answer 1

The xylem is a special tube of the plant that take up the red food coloring. The food coloring travels into the stem and into the leaves of the celery. It is increased by vaporization from the leaves of the celery. It is like blood exploring through the human body. This shows how the plants deliver the nutrients it absorb to all its parts.

Answer - Option 3 - The xylem transported the water through the stem and to the leaves of the plant.