Overview
Translocation is a vital process in plants that involves the movement of sugars and nutrients through the phloem. This process ensures that energy produced during photosynthesis is efficiently distributed to various parts of the plant, supporting growth and development. Understanding translocation h...
Key Terms
Example: Phloem transports glucose from leaves to roots.
Example: Leaves are a source during photosynthesis.
Example: Roots act as a sink by storing energy.
Example: Translocation ensures all plant parts receive energy.
Example: Osmotic pressure helps in loading sugars into phloem.
Example: Photosynthesis produces glucose, a key sugar.
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intermediateKey Concepts
Phloem structureSource and sinkPressure flow hypothesisTranslocation process