PHLOEMS

Noun

phloems

plural of phloem

Source: Wiktionary


PHLOEM

Phlo"ëm, n. Etym: [Gr. (Bot.)

Definition: That portion of fibrovascular bundles which corresponds to the inner bark; the liber tissue; -- distinguished from xylem.

Source: Webster’s Unabridged Dictionary 1913 Edition



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Plain brewed coffee contains almost no calories, while coffee with dairy products, sugar, and other flavorings is much higher in calories. An espresso has 20 calories. A nonfat latte has 72, while a flavored one has 134.

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