Plant

Question 1

What is the word equation for photosynthesis?

Answer 1

carbon dioxide + water –> glucose + oxygen

Question 2

During photosynthesis, energy is being absorbed or released?

Answer 2

Energy will be absorbed

Question 3

Name the structure in the leaves that allow gases to diffuse in and out.

Answer 3

Stomata

Question 4

Name the cell that controls the opening and closing of stomata.

Answer 4

Guard cell

Question 5

Name the substance found in the chloroplast which helps to capture sunlight for photosynthesis.

Answer 5

Chlorophyll

Question 6

Name the process whereby water evaporates from the plant’s leaves.

Answer 6

Transpiration

Question 7

Name the specialised cell in the plant that responsible for the transport of water.

Answer 7

Xylem

Question 8

Name the specialised cell in the plant that responsible for the transport of glucose.

Answer 8

Phloem

Question 9

Name the part of the plant that absorbs water from the soil.

Answer 9

Root hairs

Question 10

State the adaptation of root hair cells in order to maximise the absorption of water

Answer 10

Long and thin extension to provides larger surface area