Q. Transport of minerals through xylem is
A) Active and energy is provided by ATP
B) Passive and no energy is provided
C) Active and no requirement of energy
D) Passive and energy is provided by ATP
Explanation
Transport of minerals through xylem from soil takes place by active transport because the ions are transported against concentration gradient. So, there is a requirement of energy which is provided by ATP
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