Leaf Structure And Funtion Flashcards

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1
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Waxy cuticle

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Waterproof layer preventing evaporation from leaf surface

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2
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Epidermis

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Forms upper and lower surface of leaf

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3
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Spongy mesophyll and palisade mesophyll

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Site of photosynthesis

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4
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Air space

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Between spongy mesophyll and palisade mesophyll allows gas exchange

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5
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Stomata

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Allows entry of CO2

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6
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Guard cells

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Control size of stomata

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7
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Xylem

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Transports water and minerals

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8
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Phloem

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Transports glucose

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