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Question 1

How is epidermal tissue adapted for its function?

Answer 1

• Transparent allowing light to pass through the photosynthetic cells below (upper epidermis).
• Waxy cuticle prevents evaporation of water form it’s surface.

Question 2

How is palisade mesophyll tissue adapted for its function?

Answer 2

• Contains lots of chloroplasts which allows photosynthesis to occur at a rapid rate.

Question 3

How is spongy mesophyll tissue adapted for its function?

Answer 3

• Lots of air spaces which allow gases (including oxygen and carbon dioxide) to diffuse in and out.