Which of the following is the pathway for water transport in a plant?
A) root hairs → cortex → vascular cylinder → leaves
B) root hairs → pith → endodermis → xylem → leaves
C) epidermis → cortex → phloem → root
D) epidermis → pericycle → cortex → xylem → leaves
E) root hairs → endodermis → leaves → xylem → pith

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Water in plants is transported from the root hairs, through the cortex, into the vascular cylinder (which includes the xylem), and finally to the leaves. This pathway is essential for the movement of water and nutrients from the soil into the plant, facilitating photosynthesis and other vital processes.

Which of the Following Is the Pathway for Water Transport