Question

Some plants exhibit a behavior called thigmotropism that causes the plant to grow or move in response to touch or contact. Climbing vines use this behavior to grow tendrils that curl around other plants for support. What is the MOST likely reason a climbing vine would evolve this ability?
Responses
A to help ensure seeds are widely dispersedto help ensure seeds are widely dispersed
B to absorb water and food from the host plantsto absorb water and food from the host plants
C to grow roots needed to absorb water and nutrientsto grow roots needed to absorb water and nutrients
D to grow high off the ground in order to maximize sunlight exposure

Answer 1

B to absorb water and food from the host plants