Plant structure , storage and transport Flashcards
1
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state three functions of a root
A
-anchor the plant
-absorb water and minerals
-store food
2
Q
what is a meristem
A
plant tissue capable of mitosis
3
Q
two functions of a stem
A
-supports aerial parts
-transports water and minerals
4
Q
one main function of the leaf
A
to make food (photosynthesis)
5
Q
where would you find a meristem in the root
A
root tip
6
Q
two vascular tissues and how they differ
A
xylem- carries water, is dead and has lignin
phloem- carries food, is alive and has no lignin
7
Q
function of ground tissue
A
-Photosynthesises
-Stores food
-Gives support
8
Q
function of dermal tissue
A
protects the plant
9
Q
what gives the walls of xylem strength
A
lignin
10
Q
what is the blade otherwise known as
A
lamina
11
Q
what kind of venation is associated with monocot plants
A
parallel venation
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