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Plant Tissues Flashcards

1
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What is the primary function of meristematic tissue in plants?

A

To provide new cells for growth and repair.

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True or False: Meristematic tissue is found in both primary and secondary growth.

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True

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What is the main function of simple tissues in plants?

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To provide support and protection.

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Fill in the blank: Complex tissues are made up of _____ different types of cells.

A

Two

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5
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What are the two types of complex tissues found in plants?

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Xylem and phloem

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True or False: Xylem tissues transport water and minerals upward from roots to leaves.

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True

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What is the primary function of phloem tissues in plants?

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To transport sugars and other organic compounds throughout the plant.

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Fill in the blank: The epidermis is a type of _____ tissue in plants.

A

Protective

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What is the main function of the epidermis in plants?

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To protect the plant from water loss and external damage.

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10
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True or False: Collenchyma cells provide flexible support to growing parts of the plant.

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True

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What is the primary function of sclerenchyma cells in plants?

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To provide rigid support and protection.

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Fill in the blank: Parenchyma cells are responsible for _____ in plants.

A

Storage and photosynthesis

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What is the main function of the endodermis in plants?

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To regulate the movement of water and minerals into the vascular cylinder.

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True or False: Cork cambium is responsible for producing new cork cells in woody plants.

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True

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What is the primary function of cork cells in plants?

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To provide protection and prevent water loss.

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Fill in the blank: Vascular cambium is responsible for producing new _____ and secondary xylem.

A

Secondary phloem

17
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What is the main function of vascular cambium in plants?

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To produce new vascular tissue for growth and repair.

18
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True or False: Companion cells are responsible for maintaining the health and function of sieve tube elements in phloem tissues.

A

True

19
Q

Fill in the blank: Sieve tube elements are responsible for transporting _____ in the phloem.

A

Sugars

20
Q

What is the primary function of tracheids in xylem tissues?

A

To transport water and provide structural support.

21
Q

True or False: Vessel elements in xylem tissues are shorter and wider than tracheids.

A

True

22
Q

Fill in the blank: Xylem vessels are made up of connected _____ cells.

A

Vessel

23
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What is the main function of fibers in xylem tissues?

A

To provide mechanical support and strength.

24
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True or False: Xylem fibers are living cells that conduct water and minerals in plants.

A

False

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