B1.8 - Osmosis In Plants (Finished) Flashcards
1
Q
Why do plants need osmosis?
A
To support their stem and leaves?
2
Q
How are plant’s stems and leaves supported by osmosis?
A
Water moves into the cell building up pressure till the cell becomes turgid - no more can enter. This pressure keeps the cells rigid supporting the plant
3
Q
What is plasmolysis?
A
When the vacuole and cytoplasm shrink and the cell membrane pulls away from the cell wall due to water loss