5B Flashcards
1
Q
Plant Vascular Tissues = Xylem and Phloem + Transpiration
A
3 + 2 = 5 Marks in total
1
Q
What is the function of the xylem? (1)
A
Transports water and minerals from the roots to the leaves of the plant
2
Q
What is the function of the phloem? (1)
A
Transports sugars and other nutrients throughout the plant.
3
Q
Main difference (1)
A
Xylem transports water and nutrients upwards only whereas the Phloem transports nutrients both upwards and downwards
4
Q
2 Mark question
A
5
Q
Definition of transpiration (1)
A
The evaporation of
water from leaves and movement of liquids up the xylem
6
Q
Effects (1)
A
- Water movement
