alleryThe transport of food (sucrose) in phloem from leaves to other parts is called translocation and requires
Ano energy at all
Benergy (ATP)
Conly transpiration pull
Donly root pressure
Answer & Solution
Correct answer: B. energy (ATP)
Translocation in phloem is an active process: sucrose is loaded into sieve tubes using ATP, drawing in water by osmosis and creating the pressure that moves sap.
Xylem transport (water) is passive; phloem transport is active.
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