Question 1

Many plants and animals move water and nutrients within internal vessels; animals used the energy of muscle contraction, however no metabolic energy is expended when water and minerals move within a plant's xylex.

Accepted Answer

This statement is true. Plant's xylem passively moves water and minerals through capillary action and transpiration without the use of metabolic energy. Animals, on the other hand, use active transport mechanisms like muscle contractions to move fluids and materials within their vessels, which requires metabolic energy.

Question 2

Carnivorous plants are often found in habitats deficient in nitrogen and phosphorus.

Accepted Answer

Carnivorous plants have adapted to obtain nutrients such as nitrogen and phosphorus from the digestion of insects and other small animals, as these nutrients are limited or absent in their habitats.

Question 3

A high-quality soil provides everything needed for plant growth.

Accepted Answer

While high-quality soil provides many essential nutrients and a good environment for plant growth, plants typically also need sunlight, water, and in some cases, additional nutrients or soil amendments to thrive.

Quiz 31: Plant Structure, Nutrition, and Transport

Many plants and animals move water and nutrients within internal vessels; animals used the energy of muscle contraction, however no metabolic energy is expended when water and minerals move within a plant's xylex.

Carnivorous plants are often found in habitats deficient in nitrogen and phosphorus.

A high-quality soil provides everything needed for plant growth.