Which of the following statements about phloem loading is incorrect?

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Which of the following statements about phloem loading is incorrect?

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Phloem loading refers to the movement of sucrose into sieve tube elements. Phloem loading occurs actively through companion cells. Phloem loading is dependent on ATP. Phloem loading occurs primarily through xylem vessels. Correct

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Phloem loading occurs via sieve tube elements and companion cells, not through xylem vessels.

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