Q6
1 markMCQSection A

The process in which transport of soluble products of photosynthesis takes place in plants is known as :

Life Processes
Transportation in Plants

Options

(A)Transpiration
(B)Evaporation
(C)Conduction
(D)Translocation
Official Answer

The correct option is D.

translocationphloemsoluble productsphotosynthesis

Marking Scheme

  • 11 Mark for selecting the correct option (D).

Hint

Think about the specific biological term used for the movement of manufactured food (solutes) from the leaves to other parts of the plant via the phloem.

Quick Oral Answer

The transport of soluble products of photosynthesis is called translocation, and it takes place through the phloem tissue.

Analysis & Explanation

The transport of soluble products of photosynthesis is called translocation and it occurs in the part of the vascular tissue known as phloem.


  • Option A (Transpiration) is incorrect because transpiration is the loss of water vapor from the aerial parts (leaves) of the plant.
  • Option B (Evaporation) is incorrect because it is a general physical process of liquid turning into vapor, not a biological transport mechanism for food.
  • Option C (Conduction) is incorrect because conduction generally refers to the movement of water and minerals through xylem, or physical heat transfer, rather than the active translocation of organic solutes.
  • Option D (Translocation) is correct as it specifically defines the transport of soluble photosynthetic products (like sucrose) from leaves to other parts of the plant.

Common Mistakes

  1. 1Students often confuse transpiration (water loss) with translocation (food transport).

Interesting Facts

Translocation in phloem is an active process that requires energy in the form of ATP, unlike water transport in xylem which is largely driven by passive physical forces like transpirational pull.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many marks does this question carry in CBSE Class 10 Science 2024?

This question carries 1 mark in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2024 examination.

Which chapter does this question come from in Science?

This question is from the chapter "Life Processes" in the CBSE Class 10 Science syllabus.

What topic does this question cover in Science?

This question covers the topic "Transportation in Plants" from CBSE Class 10 Science.

What type of question is this in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2024 paper?

This is a MCQ question from Section A in the CBSE Class 10 Science 2024 paper.