specialised plant cells Flashcards
What is the fundamental unit of all living things?
Cells
Name four types of specialised plant cells.
- Root hair cells
- Palisade cells
- Xylem cells
- Phloem cells
What is the primary function of root hair cells?
To absorb water and minerals from the soil
What do palisade cells contain that is essential for photosynthesis?
Chloroplasts
Where are palisade cells located in the plant?
Towards the tops of leaves
What is the role of xylem cells in plants?
To transport water from the roots to other parts of the plant
What do phloem cells transport?
Sugary water from the leaves to the rest of the plant
True or False: Xylem cells are alive.
False
Fill in the blank: Palisade cells are the major site of _______.
Photosynthesis
What happens to xylem cells as they mature?
They die and their ends break down to form long tubes
What is the chemical that allows photosynthesis to occur?
Chlorophyll
What is the purpose of thick cell walls in xylem cells?
To provide support to the plant
List three components of plant cells that are not found in animal cells.
- Cell wall
- Chloroplasts
- Large central vacuole
