Select the correct sequence for mineral uptake in plants.
a.The root cells will initially uptake the minerals.
B.The upwards movement of water will carry the minerals towards the leaves.
C.Some of the minerals are deposited in the leaf cells.
D.The minerals move into the xylem of the vascular tissue.
E.Some of the minerals leave the xylem and enter the various tissues that require them.

Question

Select the correct sequence for mineral uptake in plants. 
a.The root cells will initially uptake the minerals.
B.The upwards movement of water will carry the minerals towards the leaves.
C.Some of the minerals are deposited in the leaf cells.
D.The minerals move into the xylem of the vascular tissue.
E.Some of the minerals leave the xylem and enter the various tissues that require them.

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

Mineral uptake in plants starts with root cells absorbing minerals (a), then minerals move into the xylem (d), are carried upwards with water (b), leave the xylem to enter tissues (e), and are deposited in leaf cells (c).

Select the Correct Sequence for Mineral Uptake in Plants