If a sieve tube in a plant becomes blocked, the plant

will experience difficulty in
a. carrying on transpiration.
b. transporting minerals.
c. translocating food throughout the plant.
d. completing cell division and experiencing
normal growth.
e. healing wounds.


Answer: c

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