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This diagram illustrates the three types of plant tissue.

A diagram illustrates the 3 types of plant tissue. Small purple structures inside of the leaves, stem, and roots are shown.

Which is the primary function of the plant tissue shown in purple?
protect from injury
transport water and nutrients
produce food
supply strength and support

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transport water and nutrients

The purple structures are vascular tissue (xylem and phloem), whose main role is moving water/minerals upward and transporting nutrients (sugars) throughout the plant.