Chapter 12- Structures And Transport In Flowering Plants Flashcards
1
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Leaf
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Makes food, allows gasses in and out
Allows water vapour in and out
2
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Stem
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Holds up leaves and flowers
Transports water and food and minerals
3
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Root
A
- anchors and supports
- takes in water and minerals eg.pottassium
- some plants store food in roots eg. Carrots
4
Q
Xylem
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Transports water and minerals
5
Q
Transpiration
A
Water leaves through holes in leaf called :
Stomata
6
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Phloem
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Transports food (sugar in water) made from photosynthesis
7
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Flower
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Produces seeds for reproduction
Attracts insects
