Question

170. Which of the following represent 'sink':
(1) Developing leave (2) Meristem
(3) Root
(4) All of these
171. Which of the following heln in​

Answer 1

Answer:

 (3)Root

because Sink means to descend from a higher to a lower position; drop downwards.

Explanation:

Answer 2

The answer for the given problem is as follows:

• Developing leaves, Meristem, Root all are acting as a sink in the Plant so option(D) is the correct one.

• Growing areas of the plant such as the apical and lateral meristems, new leaves, developing blossoms, fruits, seeds, and additional storehouse organs are sinks for the storage of several minerals inside plants. Minerals from aged and senescent leaves and extra ageing portions of the plant are mobilized to these areas, where they are utilized for development and growth.