Question

Xylem is a plant tissue made up of elongated cells stacked end to end the length of the plant’s stem. Which function is xylem specifically adapted to perform in plants?

A. Help prevent water loss.

B. Exchange gases with the atmosphere.

C. Capture sunlight for photosynthesis.

D. Transport water from roots to leaves.

Answer 1

Answer: Option D.

Transport water from roots to leaves.

Step-by-step explanation:

This is because xylem is one of the vascular tissues in plants that consist of specialized conducting cells known as treachery elements which transport water and other nutrients from the root to stem and the leaves of plants. It also give physical support to plants or give strength to plants.