Transportation System In Plant Cells

Question 1

Functional parts of vascular plants

Answer 1

• Roots
• Stems
• Leaves

Question 2

Functions of the roots

Answer 2

• Structural support for plants
• Anchors plant in ground
• Absorbs water and nutrients from the environment of the soil

Question 3

Functions of the stems

Answer 3

• Transport water and nutrients between roots and leaves
• Provides structural support

Question 4

Function of the leaves

Answer 4

• Carry out photosynthesis
• Gas exchange

Question 5

Xylem

Answer 5

transports water and nutrients from roots to leaves so photosynthesis can occur. It is made up of dead and rigid cells

Question 6

Phloem

Answer 6

Transport glucose from leaves to remainder of plants for growth and repair. It contains sieve plants to help filter glucose and is made up of living cells

Question 7

Root hairs

Answer 7

specialised epidermal cells that are located near the roots

Question 8

Function of root hairs

Answer 8

• increase surface area for maximal absorption
• absorbs water and nutrients from soil