9.1.2 - Transport in the Phloem
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What is the main function of phloem?
💡 Hint: Think about where the nutrients are coming from.
Name the two main cell types in the phloem.
💡 Hint: One type is responsible for transport, the other assists with it.
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What is the primary function of the phloem?
💡 Hint: Consider what the phloem is known for transporting.
True or False: Companion cells are necessary for phloem function.
💡 Hint: Think about what would happen to the loading and unloading processes without them.
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Analyze the impact on a plant's growth if the phloem is non-functional.
💡 Hint: Consider what nutrients plants need for growth.
Design a simple experiment to test the effectiveness of phloem transport in plants.
💡 Hint: What will you observe in the leaves if the dye has traveled through the phloem?
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