Plant Vascular Tissues (VCE SSCE Biology): Quizzes
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What is one function of water in plants?
What is one function of water in plants?
Enabling photosynthesis
How does xylem transport differ from phloem transport?
How does xylem transport differ from phloem transport?
Xylem moves water upward only
Why do root hair cells have finger-like projections?
Why do root hair cells have finger-like projections?
To increase surface area for absorption
What is the main function of the Casparian strip?
What is the main function of the Casparian strip?
Forces selective control of substances
Which feature distinguishes xylem cells from phloem cells?
Which feature distinguishes xylem cells from phloem cells?
Xylem cell walls are lignified
What percentage of water entering leaves is used in photosynthesis?
What percentage of water entering leaves is used in photosynthesis?
1%
What does cohesion refer to in transpiration?
What does cohesion refer to in transpiration?
Water molecules sticking together
In translocation, what is a sink?
In translocation, what is a sink?
Tissue where substances are used/stored
How does 100% relative humidity affect transpiration?
How does 100% relative humidity affect transpiration?
Stops transpiration completely
What is the first step in opening stomata?
What is the first step in opening stomata?
Guard cells pump ions in