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Question Question 12
What are the differences between the transport of materials in xylem and phloem?
| Xylem Transport | Phloem Transport |
|---|---|
| It transports water and minerals. | It transports food. |
| It does not require expense of energy. | It requires energy for transportation of food. |
| The movement is unidirectional i.e. upward | The movement is in both upward and downward direction. |