Plant Structure Flashcards
0
Q
How is water transported around a plant?
A
Through the Xylem; as water evaporates from the leaves, water gets pulled up from the soil due to pressure changes.
1
Q
Name three organs in a plant.
A
Stem, roots and leaves.
2
Q
How are nutrients transported around a plant?
A
Through the Phloem.
3
Q
Is Phloem made of living or dead cells?
A
Living cells.
4
Q
Is the Xylem made of living or dead cells?
A
Dead cells.
5
Q
Name five ways glucose is used in a plant.
A
Respiration, Cell Wall production, Protein production, stored in seeds and stored as starch.
