Plant diseases defences (Edexcel GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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What is the function of the waxy cuticle on plant leaves?
What is the function of the waxy cuticle on plant leaves?
Prevents pathogens from entering plant
Which component of plant cells forms a strong physical barrier against pathogen invasion?
Which component of plant cells forms a strong physical barrier against pathogen invasion?
Cellulose in cell walls
How do layers of dead cells like bark help protect plants?
How do layers of dead cells like bark help protect plants?
They fall off, taking pathogens with them
Which of these plants produces poisons to deter herbivores?
Which of these plants produces poisons to deter herbivores?
Deadly nightshade
Which plant produces antibacterial compounds that kill bacteria?
Which plant produces antibacterial compounds that kill bacteria?
Mint
What is the main purpose of thorns and hairs on plants?
What is the main purpose of thorns and hairs on plants?
Make plants difficult to consume
What can trigger some plant leaves to droop or curl?
What can trigger some plant leaves to droop or curl?
Being touched
Why do some plants have patterns that resemble butterfly eggs?
Why do some plants have patterns that resemble butterfly eggs?
Deters butterflies from laying eggs
Which tree provides quinine, used as the main treatment for malaria?
Which tree provides quinine, used as the main treatment for malaria?
Cinchona tree
From which plant was aspirin developed?
From which plant was aspirin developed?
Willow tree