What is phloem. explain its components and function also
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Phloem is a complex permanent plant tissue used to transport food from leaves to different parts of a plant.
Its components are:
1. Phloem fibres: gives support.
2. Phloem parenchyma: stores food.
3. Sieve tubes and companion cells: helps in transportation.
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Phloem, also called bast, tissues in plants that conduct foods made in the leaves to all other parts of the plant. Phloem is composed of various specialized cells called sieve tubes, companion cells, phloem fibres, and phloem parenchyma cells.
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Components=>Phloem is made up of four types of elements: Sieve tubes, companion cells, phloem fibres and the phloem parenchyma.
Functions=>Phloem tissue transports and distributes sucrose and nutrients produced by the plant during photosynthesis.
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