Parts of the Leaf

Question 1

Stoma

Answer 1

Allows for exchanges of carbon dioxide and oxygen

Question 2

Guard cells

Answer 2

Allows the stoma to open and close to stop the leaf from losing too much water

Question 3

Vein(containing xylem)

Answer 3

Brings a steady supply of water to the leaf

Question 4

Waxy Cuticle

Answer 4

This is a transparent layer which allows sunlight to pass through but prevents water loss

Question 5

Palisade Layer/mesophyll

Answer 5

Abundant chloroplasts where most photosynthesis occurs

Question 6

Spongy Layer

Answer 6

Here you’ll find vascular bundles responsible for transporting water and food.

Question 7

Epidermis

Answer 7

Allows for movement of gases or other substances through diffusion or osmosis