Which of the following best describes a factor in the evolution of plants that led to their success in surviving on land?

Xylem developed to transport water from the plant’s roots to the rest of the plant.

A waxy cuticle developed to prevent plants from being eaten by herbivores.

Stomata developed to allow water to enter the plant’s leaves from the atmosphere.

Seeds developed to provide a place for the plant’s genetic information to be stored.

Xylem developed to transport water from the plant’s roots to the rest of the plant.

Explanation:

A waxy cuticle is usually present to reduce water loss, whereas spines are often in place that help plants avoid being eaten by herbivores.

Stomata are key for gas exchange, and actually permit the release of water. Water is taken up through the roots, not the stomata

All plant cells have nuclei, which is the organelle in which DNA is stored. The seeds did not develop to provide a place for the storage of genetic information.

However, the xylem is an important part of the plant vascular transport system that ensures water is transporter from the roots to the leaves. This is an important adaptation for land plants as it ensures all parts of the plant get a water supply, particularly the leaves that are undergoing photosynthesis.