The Ultrastructure of Plant Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What is the cell wall made of in plant cells?
A
Cellulose
2
Q
Cell walls are [blank]
fill in the blank
A
Cell walls are freely permeable
or fully permeable
3
Q
What is the function of the cell wall?
A
To provide structural support
Shape
Act as a defence mechanism agains pathogens
4
Q
Why is it important that the inner membranes of the chloroplasts provide a large surface area?
A
This large surface area is needed for the enzymes, proteins and chlorophyll pigments necessary for photosynthesis
5
Q
The internal membranes of the chloroplast provide a [blank]
fill in the blank
A
The internal membranes of the chloroplast provide a large surface area
