Plant cells

Question 1

What are some examples of specialised plant cells?

Answer 1

Palisade mesophyll
Guard cells
Root hair cells

Question 2

What are some examples of tissues found in plant cells?

Answer 2

Xylem
Phloem
Palisade mesophyll
Spongy mesophyll
Upper epidermis

Question 3

What is the function of the xylem?

Answer 3

Transport of water and dissolved minerals

Question 4

What is the function of the phloem?

Answer 4

Transport of sucrose and amino acids (photosynthesis)

Question 5

What is the function of the palisade mesophyll?

Answer 5

Photosynthesis

Question 6

What is the function of the spongy mesophyll?

Answer 6

Some photosynthesis, this tissue provides air space for diffusion of gases in/out of the leaf

Question 7

What is the function of the upper epidermis?

Answer 7

Contains cells that are found on the top surface of a leaf; protected by a waterproof waxy cuticle

Question 8

What are some examples of plant organs and state their functions?

Answer 8

Flower: sexual reproduction
Leaf: photosynthesis
Stem: transport and support
Roots: water and mineral uptake and anchors the plant into the soil (xylem)