Multiple choice

Vascular tissue runs __ in the stem transporting water and nutrients from the soil.

  1. horizontally

  2. diagonally

  3. vertically

  4. irregularly

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Vascular tissues, specifically xylem and phloem, run vertically through the stem to transport water, minerals, and sugars between the roots and the leaves.