XYLEM AND PHLOEM IN ROOT EXT Flashcards
1
Q
What are vascular bundles?
A
group of vessels or tubes
2
Q
How are the xylem and phloem arranged in plant roots?why?
A
Arranged in centre of the root
3
Q
Why are the xylem and phloem arranged in that way in roots?
A
to strengthen the root against being pulled out of the ground,
4
Q
How are the xylem and phloem arranged in stem?
A
Grouped together in VASCULAR BUNDLES, which are arranged in a CIRCLE on the OUTER part of the stem
5
Q
Why are the xylem and phloem arranged like that way in the stems
A
- ) to withstand STRETCHING forces.
- ) arranged in BUNDLES near the EDGE to resist COMPRESSION and BENDING forces.
