Differentiate between simple and complex tissues.

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Simple tissues:
When tissues are made up of structurally and functionally similar cells, then they are called simple tissues.
Complex tissues:
When tissues are made up of different types of cells but work together as a unit to perform functions, then they are called complex tissues.
Difference between simple and complex tissues:
Simple tissue Complex tissue
1. Parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma are simple tissues. 1. Xylem and phloem are complex tissues.
2. Its nature is homogenous. 2. Its nature is heterogeneous.
3. It is made up of a single type of cell. 3. It is made up of many types of cells.
4. It helps in the storage of food materials. 4. It helps in the protection of plants.
5. It is located everywhere in the plant. 5. It is located in the vascular regions of the plant.

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Simple tissue	Complex tissue
1. Parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma are simple tissues.	1. Xylem and phloem are complex tissues.
2. Its nature is homogenous.	2. Its nature is heterogeneous.
3. It is made up of a single type of cell.	3. It is made up of many types of cells.
4. It helps in the storage of food materials.	4. It helps in the protection of plants.
5. It is located everywhere in the plant.	5. It is located in the vascular regions of the plant.