4.3 Adaptation In Plants Flashcards
1
Q
What are stomata?
A
Holes in plant leaves where plants can lose water as water vapour
2
Q
How can water be collected in a plant
A
An extensive root system
3
Q
How can water be conserved in a plant?
A
If the plant has very small or waxy leaves or a swollen stem
4
Q
How have cacti adapted to survive?
A
Water stored in fleshy stem, thick waxy surface, leaves with narrow spines and many long deep roots
5
Q
Name 3 adaptations of plants to prevent them from being eaten by animals
A
- thorns
- poisonous chemicals
- warning colours
6
Q
How does water travel inside plant stems
A
In structure called xylems
7
Q
Name 4 things plants need to survive
A
- water
- nutrients
- light
- space
8
Q
Where does water enter the plants?
A
Root hair cells and into the xylem
