Plant Defences (P1) Flashcards
1
Q
Chemical
Physical
Mechanical
A
Releases chemicals to deter a herbivore
A physical barrier that will stop a micro-organism from getting into the plant
A structure on the plant that will deter a predator
2
Q
Waxy cuticle on leaves
A
Any disease will have to pass along the wax first so it will not be able to to reach the leaf
3
Q
Cellulose cell wall
A
Stops pathogens from passing through it into the cell
4
Q
Layers of dead cells
A
Provide an extra layer to pass through before it gets to the living section
5
Q
Other defences
A
Covered in unpleasant tasting hairs Have spikes to stop grazing animals Latex, makes the mouth sticky Colour of the fruit can put off predators Mimosa pudica simulates death
