What defines vascular plants.
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Vascular plants are characterized by having specialized tissues for the transport of water, minerals, and sugars throughout the plant. These tissues, known as xylem and phloem, allow vascular plants to grow larger and taller than non-vascular plants. Vascular plants also have true roots, stems, and leaves, which are important for absorbing water and nutrients from the soil, conducting photosynthesis, and providing support for the plant's structure. Additionally, vascular plants reproduce through seeds or spores, rather than by spores alone like non-vascular plants.