Structure and function of vascular system

Question 1

What are 8 features on a root cell? From innermost to outermost

Answer 1

-xylem
-phloem
-pericycle
-Casparian strip
-endodermis
-cortex
-epidermis
-root hair

Question 2

Meaning of dicot leaf/root/stem

Answer 2

dicotyledonous-2 embryonic leaves

Question 3

Function of root hairs

Answer 3

expand SA of root meaning more water and nutrients can be absorbed

Question 4

function of Casparian strip

Answer 4

prevents bacterial, fungal pathogens and toxic elements from entering the stele

Question 5

function of xylem

Answer 5

efficient water transport in non living xylem

Question 6

function of phloem

Answer 6

efficient process of translocation (sugars and amino acids) in living phloem

Question 7

6 features of a stem from innermost to outermost

Answer 7

-pitj
-xylem
-cambium
-phloem
-cortex
-epidermis

Question 8

What is the outermost layer, on the top of a leaf called?

Answer 8

waxy cuticle

Question 9

What are the outer layers of a leaf called?

Answer 9

upper/lower epidermis

Question 10

What layer is beneath the upper epidermis and what substance does it contain?

Answer 10

palisade layer containing chlorophyll

Question 11

What layer is beneath the palisade layer and takes up the most space?

Answer 11

spongy layer

Question 12

What can be found on the underside of a leaf?

Answer 12

stomata, controlled by guard cells

Question 13

What other feature may be found in a leaf?

Answer 13

vein/vascular bundle