Standard Science Primary 5 Systems

The table below shows the functions of two types of tubes in a plant. Which labels correctly identify Tube X and Tube Y?

A X: Food-carrying tubes; Y: Water-carrying tubes
B X: Xylem; Y: Stomata
C X: Water-carrying tubes; Y: Food-carrying tubes
D X: Phloem; Y: Xylem
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Step 1: Analyze Tube X (transports water/minerals up from roots). This is the water-carrying tube (Xylem). Step 2: Analyze Tube Y (transports food from leaves to all parts). This is the food-carrying tube (Phloem). Step 3: Match with Option A.

Correct answer: X: Water-carrying tubes; Y: Food-carrying tubes

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