translocation Flashcards
1
Q
translocation
A
the movement of food molecules through the phloem
2
Q
examples of food molecules
A
sugar (glucose, sucrose) and amino acids
3
Q
why does phloem tissue need to transport ‘food’ to around the plant?
A
immediate storage
immediate use
4
Q
Translocation is ________ transport.
A
Active
5
Q
the Phloem is _______ to increase space.
A
hollow
6
Q
Phloem has __________ that lets glucose through but not larger molecules
A
perforated ends
7
Q
Companion cells contain the _____________ to keep the cells alive.
A
sub-cellular structures
