What is the difference between xylem and phloem?

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Ken Downs · Answer 1 · 2017-02-01T02:24:42+0000

While both are vascular tissues, xylem is unidirectional and is responsible for the transportation of water and minerals, while phloem is only bidirectional and is responsible for food and nutrients.

What is the difference between xylem and phloem?

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