Question

Identify relationship.
The difference between xylem and pholem is

• A. Xylem transports the food prepared by leaves whereas phloem transports water and minerals absorbed by roots
• B. Xylem transport water and minerals absorbed by roots whereas phloem transports food prepared by leaves
• C. Xylem transports food, water and minerals whereas phloem stores food
• D. Xylem stores food whereas phloem transports food, water and minerals

Answer 1

Answer: (B)

Xylem transport water and minerals absorbed by roots whereas phloem transports food prepared by leaves

Phloem and xylem from the vascular bundles of the plant. These are complex permanent tissues which generally, help in transport. Xylem transport water and minerals absorbed by roots whereas phloem transports food prepared by leaves. These are made up of different cells that coordinate to performs a similar function.
So, the correct answer is option B.