BIOLOGY:THE ESSENTIALS (LL) W/CONNECT
3rd Edition
ISBN: 9781260670929
Author: Hoefnagels
Publisher: MCG CUSTOM
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Chapter 21.6, Problem 4MC
Summary Introduction
To differentiate:
A source from a sink in the plant.
Introduction:
The explanation of phloem transport is known as the pressure flow theory. The theory suggests that the organic compounds dissolved in the phloem sap moves under positive pressure from source to sink.
Summary Introduction
To determine:
The reason for a single plant to act as both a source and a sink.
Introduction:
A source is a part of the plant which produces sugar through photosynthesis, and a sink is that part of the plant which is dependent on the source for sugar.
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Chapter 21 Solutions
BIOLOGY:THE ESSENTIALS (LL) W/CONNECT
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