Roots of different plants can be connected by a network of underground fungal extensions called hyphae. These fungi contribute minerals to the plants, and the plants contribute carbohydrates to the fungi.
Part A
Which statement about the transportation of these substances within the plant is true?
The minerals are transported from the xylem to the phoem in the roots.
The minerals are transported from the phloem to the xylem in the shoot system.
The carbohydrates are transported to the fungi through the phloem.
The carbohydrates are transported from the shoot system to the fungi by the xylem.
Part B
Which statement supports the answer to Part A?
The xylem is part of the plant's vascular tissues.
The phloem transfers glucose throughout the plant.
The phloem is connected to the roots by the xylem.
The xylem can move substances up from the roots.
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Part A
The correct statement about the transportation of these substances within the plant is:
The carbohydrates are transported to the fungi through the phloem.
Part B
The statement that supports the answer to Part A is:
The phloem transfers glucose throughout the plant.
This indicates that the carbohydrates (including glucose) produced by the plant are transported through the phloem, which is consistent with their delivery to the fungi.
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