1. Xylem: This tissue is responsible for transporting water and dissolved minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant. Xylem cells are dead at maturity and form long, hollow tubes.
2. Phloem: This tissue is responsible for transporting sugars (produced by photosynthesis) from the leaves to the rest of the plant, including the roots, stems, and flowers. Phloem cells are alive at maturity and contain sieve tubes, which are connected by pores allowing the flow of sugars.
