Chapter 8.3- Translocation of Sucrose and Amino

• translocation


  the movement of sucrose and amino acids in phloem from sources to sinks
• source


  part of a plant that releases sucrose or amino acids to be transported to other parts; usually the places where the plant is actively photosynthesizing or growing
• sink


  part of a plant to which sucrose or amino acids are being transported to, and where they are used or stored