[Campbell Biology P.812] Which of the following statements correctly describes the primary f... | Practice Question

Which of the following statements correctly describes the primary function and location of the ground tissue system in plants?

  • A: Provides a protective cover for the entire plant, located on the outermost layer.
  • B: Transports materials between root and shoot systems, continuous throughout the plant.
  • C: Responsible for most metabolic functions, located between the dermal and vascular tissues.
  • D: Conducts water and dissolved minerals upward from roots into shoots.

Explanation

As stated in Figure 35.8, the ground tissue system yellow is responsible for most of the metabolic functions and is located between the dermal tissue and the vascular tissue in each organ.