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What makes xylem and phloem complex tissues?
What makes xylem and phloem complex tissues?
They are made of more than one type of cells that coordinate to perform a common function.
What is the main function of xylem in plants?
What is the main function of xylem in plants?
Transporting water and minerals vertically from soil to aerial parts of the plant.
What is the primary role of phloem in plants?
What is the primary role of phloem in plants?
Transporting food from leaves to other parts of the plant and from storage parts to other parts.
Name two components of xylem and two components of phloem.
Name two components of xylem and two components of phloem.
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Differentiate between xylem fibers and phloem fibers.
Differentiate between xylem fibers and phloem fibers.
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Explain why xylem and phloem are considered complex tissues.
Explain why xylem and phloem are considered complex tissues.
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What is the main function of xylem in plants?
What is the main function of xylem in plants?
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Describe the composition of xylem and phloem in terms of cell types.
Describe the composition of xylem and phloem in terms of cell types.
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What is the role of phloem in plants?
What is the role of phloem in plants?
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Differentiate between xylem fibers and phloem fibers.
Differentiate between xylem fibers and phloem fibers.
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Why do xylem and phloem contain different types of cells?
Why do xylem and phloem contain different types of cells?
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Explain how xylem transports water and minerals in plants.
Explain how xylem transports water and minerals in plants.
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What is the significance of companion cells in phloem?
What is the significance of companion cells in phloem?
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How do the components of phloem work together to transport food in plants?
How do the components of phloem work together to transport food in plants?
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Discuss the importance of xylem and phloem in the overall functioning of plants.
Discuss the importance of xylem and phloem in the overall functioning of plants.
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