Q35 / 160 · JIPMER 2010 · Botany

In which form does the food transported in plants?

  • Correct answer
    A
    Sucrose
  • B
    Fructose
  • C
    Glucose
  • D
    Lactose

Solution

Translocation is the movement of organic nutrients (ie, food) from the region of source or supply to the region of sink or utilisation. Translocation of food occurs through phloem. This organic food is translocated in the form of sucrose, a disaccharide, which is relatively inactive and highly soluble sugar.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'A'.

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