3.1 - Translocation Process
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Practice Questions
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What does translocation refer to in plants?
💡 Hint: Think about how plants move their food.
Name the tissue responsible for transporting food in plants.
💡 Hint: Remember, it's not xylem!
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What is the primary function of the phloem?
💡 Hint: Phloem is associated with nutrients, not water or structure.
True or False: Translocation can only occur upwards in plants.
💡 Hint: Consider how plants distribute nutrients to both roots and shoots.
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If a plant is unable to effectively unload sugars, what potential effects could this have on its growth and overall health? Provide reasoning for your answer.
💡 Hint: Consider what sugars provide to the plant.
Design an experiment that tests the efficacy of translocation in plants. What variables would you measure and how would you set it up?
💡 Hint: Think about what changes you would monitor to gauge the health of the plant.
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