Photosynthesis & the Leaf Flashcards
1
Q
Word equation
A
Carbon dioxide + water > light, chlorophyll > glucose + oxygen
2
Q
Symbol equation
A
6 CO2 + 6 H2O»_space; C6 H12 O6 + 6 O2
3
Q
Cuticle
A
Stop water from evaporating
4
Q
Upper epidermis
A
Protect inner cells
5
Q
Palisade mesophyll
A
Photosynthesis occurs
6
Q
Spongy mesophyll
A
Air spaces for diffusion
7
Q
Vascular bundle
A
Transport water & nutrients
8
Q
Lower epidermis
A
Protect cells
9
Q
Guard cells
A
Control opening of stomata
10
Q
Stomata
A
Allow gas exchange