Leaves Quiz Flashcards
1
Q
Cuticle
A
Waxy, waterproof coating covers leaves upper surface
2
Q
Guard cells
A
Two cells surrounding stomata
3
Q
Transpiration
A
When water vapor leaves the plant
4
Q
Stomata
A
Mouth/small openings/pores
Open and close to control when gases enter and leave
When open carbon dioxide enters and oxygen and water vapor exit
5
Q
Diffusion
A
The way carbon dioxide gets to the plant from the air. It diffuses through the stomata
