Leaves Flashcards
1
Q
Leaves
A
Lateral apendages given out by the stem at the node
2
Q
Parts of leaves
A
● leaf base
● petiole
● lamina
3
Q
Leaf base is known as
A
Hypopodium
4
Q
Leaf base
A
Point of attachment of leaf to stem
5
Q
Petiole is also known as
A
Mesopodium
6
Q
Petiole
A
Stalk of leaf
7
Q
Lamina is known as
A
Epipodium
8
Q
Lamina
A
Wide, flat portion where photosynthesis occurs
9
Q
Functions of leaves
A
● Photosynthesis
● Transcription
● Exchange of gases
10
Q
Modification of leaves
A
● Spines
● Support
● Phyllode
● Insectivorous
