Which of the following functions do roots perform?

A. absorb water and nutrients from the soil

B. provide movement of water and nutrients between roots and leaves

C. provide support for the leaves and reproductive structures

I think the correct answer from the choices listed above is option A. The function that roots perform is to absorb water and nutrients from the soil. It is from the soil that plants obtain the needed amount of water and nutrients and without the roots these will die because it is through the roots these substances are able to go in the plant.