Stomata Flashcards

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1
Q

What’s stomata used for?

A

Gas exchanging.

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2
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What’s stoma protected from?

A

2 guard cells.

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3
Q

At daytime, explain what happens to the stoma.

A

The guard cells are filled with water, and the stoma is opened.

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4
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At nighttime, explain what happens to the stoma.

A

Guard cells shrink as they lose water, closing the stoma.

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