What term refers to the plant tissue that transports sugars and organic compounds?

The term that refers to the plant tissue responsible for transporting sugars and other organic compounds is phloem. Phloem is one of the two types of vascular tissue in plants, the other being xylem. While xylem primarily transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant, phloem's function is vital for the distribution of energy and nutrients produced during photosynthesis, specifically the sugars from leaves to various parts of the plant where they are needed for growth and energy. This process is known as translocation, and it plays a critical role in maintaining the plant's metabolic functions. Phloem cells are specialized to allow the efficient movement of these organic substances through the plant.