Question

Distinguish between xylem and phloem

Answer 1

Main Difference: Xylem Phloem are the vascular tissues that transport the food, minerals and water within the plant. Xylem transport the water and minerals whilePhloem transport food and nutrients. The movements in Xylem is unidirectional from roots to aerial parts while the movements in Phloem are bidirectional.

Answer 2

Answer:

Xylem is the complex tissue of plants, responsible for transporting water and other nutrients to the plants. Phloem is living tissue, responsible for transporting food and other organic materials. Xylem consists of dead cells (parenchyma is the only living cells present in the xylem)