| A | B |
| xylem | part of the tree that transports water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the tree |
| phloem | the part of the tree that transports food from the leaves to the roots and other parts of the plant |
| cambium | part of the tree that makes new cells |
| bark | protects the inner layers of the tree |
| lateral roots | soaks up water and nutrients from the soil |
| taproot | the main root of a tree |
| photosynthesis | the plant process of making food |
| deciduous | a type of tree that eventually loses its leaves each year |
| coniferous | a type of tree that produces conesand has needle-shaped leaves |
| heartwood | the innermost and oldest part of the tree |