Meaning of the word phloem in English
What does phloem mean in English? Explore the meaning, pronunciation, and specific usage of this word with Lingoland.
phloem
US /ˈfloʊ.em/
UK /ˈfləʊ.em/
Noun
the vascular tissue in plants that conducts sugars and other metabolic products downward from the leaves
Example:
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The phloem transports sugars from the leaves to other parts of the plant.
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Damage to the phloem can disrupt nutrient distribution.