The food conducting tissue in plants, phloem, is composed of which type of cells? MCQ with Answer and Explanation

The food conducting tissue in plants, phloem, is composed of which type of cells?
A. Fibers and sclereids
B. Guard cells and subsidiary cells
C. Sieve tubes and companion cells
D. Tracheids and vessels
Answer: Option C
Solution (By JKExamLibrary)
Phloem is composed of sieve tube elements, companion cells, phloem parenchyma, and phloem fibers. Sieve tubes are living cells that transport organic solutes; companion cells assist in loading and unloading. Tracheids and vessels are xylem elements. Fibers and sclereids are sclerenchyma cells. Guard cells regulate stomatal movement.

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