| Transport of materials in xylem | Transport of materials in phloem |
|---|---|
| $(i)$ Xylem tissue helps in the transport of water and minerals. | $(i)$ Phloem tissue helps in the transport of food. |
| $(ii)$ Water is transported upwards from roots to all other plant parts. | $(ii)$ Food is transported in both upward and downward directions. |
| $(iii)$ Transport in xylem occurs with the help of simple physical forces such as transpiration pull. | $(iii)$ Transport of food in phloem requires energy in the form of $ATP$. |
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