Anatomy Of Flowering Plants Flashcards
What is a tissue?
A group of cells having a common origin and usually performing a common function.
What is a plant made up of?
Different kinds of tissues.
What is the hierarchy of organization in plants?
Cells → Tissues → Organs.
How do different plant organs vary in their structure?
Different organs in plants show differences in their internal structure.
Why do internal structures of plants differ?
Internal structures show adaptations to diverse environments.
How are monocots and dicots different anatomically?
Within angiosperms, monocots and dicots are anatomically different.
What are the two main groups of plant tissues?
Meristematic tissue and Permanent tissue.
How are plant tissues classified?
Based on whether the cells being formed are capable of dividing or not.
What is the main characteristic of meristematic tissue?
Meristematic tissues keep on dividing.
What is the main characteristic of permanent tissue?
Permanent tissues do not generally divide further.
