Question

The primary function of stem is ________.
a) To bear and expose leaves to sunlight
b) To anchor the plant in soil
c) To absorb water and mineral salts from the soil
d) To help in vegetative reproduction

Answer 1

Option c) To absorb water and minerals salts from the soil

Answer 2

The correct answer is option (c) absorb water and minerals from the soil.

The primary functions of the leaves lie in the fact that it helps in the absorption of water and minerals from the soil; and transports them to the leaves of the plants.

These minerals are then converted into products that can be further used by the plants through the process of photosynthesis.