Question

What is the direction of the flow of water and minerals in the xylem. Also name the process.

Answer 1

Answer:

Water in the xylem always moves up, in the direction from the roots to the leaves. ... This evaporation, called transpiration, creates tension at the top of the water column in the xylem, and causes water to be drawn upward from the roots. Unlike in the xylem, the solution in the phloem can flow up or down the plant. that lets xylem to transport water and minerals to plant body........