The Stem Flashcards
1
Q
which part of the embryo of a germinating seed does the stem grow from
A
plumule
2
Q
what are nodes
A
region of the stem where leaves are born
3
Q
what are internodes
A
portions between two nodes
4
Q
two types of buds a stem may bear
A
terminal / apical bud
axillary / lateral bud
5
Q
colour of stem when young and colour of stem when older
A
green
woody and dark brown
6
Q
functions of stem
A
spreading branches for leaves, flowers and fruits
conducts water, minerals and photosynthates
storage of food
support
protection
vegetative propagation
