Question

explain the difference between phloem and xylem​

Answer 1

➡Xylem transports water and soluble mineral nutrients from roots to various parts of the plant. It is responsible for replacing water lost through transpiration and photosynthesis.

➡Phloem translocates sugars made by photosynthetic areas of plants to storage organs like roots, tubers or bulbs.

Answer 2

XYLEM / PHLOEM

Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to aerial parts of the plant. / Phloem transports sugars that are synthesized in the green parts of the plant to the other parts.

SITUATED IN:

Xylem occupies the center of the vascular bundle. / Phloem occupies outer side of the vascular bundle.

MADE UP OF:

Xylem vessels are made up of lignin and Cellulose. / Phloem is composed of five types of cells.

COMPOSED OF:

Xylem comprises of fiber, xylem vessels and tracheids. / Phloem comprises of sieve cells, sieve tubes, companion cells, Phloem fibers and phloem parenchyma.

HELP:

Xylem helps the plants by giving mechanical strength to the plants. Phloem won't give any mechanical strength to the plants.