Question

If the phloem of a twig is removed keeping the Xylem intact, the leaves of a twig wilt. true of false​

Answer 1

Answer:

If the phloem of a twig is removed keeping the xylem intact , the leaves of a twig wilt . It is true. ... This is because the roots cannot synthesise their own food and they depend on food synthesised by leaves. When the roots die, the plant will not be able to absorb water resulting in wilting of leaves

Answer 2

Answer:

If the phloem of a twig is removed keeping the xylem intact , the leaves of a twig wilt . It is true. ... This is because the roots cannot synthesise their own food and they depend on food synthesised by leaves. When the roots die, the plant will not be able to absorb water resulting in wilting of leaves.