Leaf structure

Question 1

Waxy cuticle, Function & Adaptations

Answer 1

Physical Defence, Transparent to allow light through waterproof to reduce water loss

Question 2

Epidermis, Function & Adaptations

Answer 2

Physical defence, transparent to allow light through

Question 3

Palisade Mesophyll Function & Adaptations

Answer 3

Photosynthesis

Tightly packed
End on to upper surface
Many chloroplasts

Question 4

Spongy Mesophyll, Function & Adaptations

Answer 4

Gas exchange & Photosynthesis

Large surface area (fewer chloroplasts present)

Question 5

Intercellular space Function & Adaptations

Answer 5

Gas exchange
Spaces allow gases to diffuse through leaf

Question 6

Guard cells and Stomata Function & Adaptations

Answer 6

Gas exchange

Allow gases to diffuse into and out of the leaf