B8-photosynthesis Flashcards
1
Q
Why is cellouse used in cells
A
To strengthen cell walls
2
Q
Why does cellulose create starch
A
It provides an energy store for cells when it is dark and they cannot photosynthesise
3
Q
How to cells create amino acids
A
They combine sugars with minerals from the soil. These are built up to create proteins
4
Q
How are some plants adapted to live in nitrate poor soil
A
Some plants like Venus fly traps dijest the nutrients out of the animals and use them as minerals in there own plant
5
Q
What is the top layer of the leaf called
A
Waxy cuticle
6
Q
What is on the underside of the cell
A
Stomata and guard cells
7
Q
Why are leaves broad
A
To give a big surface area for light to fall on
8
Q
Why are most leaves thin
A
So gases diffusion is quicker
