Standard Science Primary 5 Systems

If the phloem of a plant is removed in a ring around the stem, which part of the plant will die first?

A The roots
B The flowers
C The leaves
D The top of the stem
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Step 1: Phloem transports food (sugar) from leaves to other parts. Step 2: Removing the phloem prevents food from reaching the parts below the cut. Step 3: The roots are below the stem and will starve first.

Correct answer: The roots

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