Plant Adaptations Flashcards
1
Q
cuticle of a plant leaf
A
the protecting film covering the outmost skin layer of leaves
2
Q
nitrates
A
minerals needed by plants, to produce protein in order for the plant to grow
3
Q
function of roots
A
they hold the plants in place and absorb water (containing dissolved mineral salts)
4
Q
xylem vessels
A
help to pass water and dissolved mineral salts from the root to the leaves
5
Q
where does photosynthesis occur
A
in chloroplasts
6
Q
epidermis cells
A
produce a waxy layer which stops the leaves losing too much water
7
Q
stomata
A
small holes in a leaf that are opened and shut by guard cells
