Write the functional difference between xylem and phloem.

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XYLEM PHLOEM
1) Xylem transports only minerals and waters from the roots. 1) Phloem transports food materials prepared by the leaves to other parts of the plant.
2) It is undirectional. 2) It is bidirectional.
3) It provides mechanical support to the plants. 3) It doesnot provide mechanical support.

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XYLEM	PHLOEM
1) Xylem transports only minerals and waters from the roots.	1) Phloem transports food materials prepared by the leaves to other parts of the plant.
2) It is undirectional.	2) It is bidirectional.
3) It provides mechanical support to the plants.	3) It doesnot provide mechanical support.

Write the functional difference between xylem and phloem.

XYLEM PHLOEM1) Xylem transports only minerals and waters from the roots.1) Phloem transports food materials prepared by the leaves to other parts of the plant.2) It is undirectional. 2) It is bidirectional. 3) It provides mechanical support to the plants.3) It doesnot provide mechanical support.