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what is the differences/similarities between xylem and phloem tissues.
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xylem is made of dead cells, phloem is made of living cells. phloem have pores in their end walls, xylem cells do not. xylem is hollow, phloem has cytoplasm. xylem has lignin, phloem does not. both are made of cells. xylem transports mineral ions/ water phloem transports sugars. both transport liquids/ substances though the plant.
