Transport in plants (Edexcel GCSE Biology Combined Science): Quizzes
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How do root hair cells absorb water from the soil?
How do root hair cells absorb water from the soil?
By osmosis
Why are mineral ions absorbed by active transport in root hair cells?
Why are mineral ions absorbed by active transport in root hair cells?
Higher concentration in cells than soil
Why do root hair cells have numerous mitochondria?
Why do root hair cells have numerous mitochondria?
To supply energy for active transport
What type of cells make up xylem tubes?
What type of cells make up xylem tubes?
Dead cells
What substances does the xylem transport?
What substances does the xylem transport?
Water and minerals
Which cells provide energy for translocation in the phloem?
Which cells provide energy for translocation in the phloem?
Companion cells
What is the name of the process by which phloem transports food substances?
What is the name of the process by which phloem transports food substances?
Translocation
What causes transpiration in plants?
What causes transpiration in plants?
Evaporation & diffusion of water
What happens to guard cells in bright light?
What happens to guard cells in bright light?
Become turgid and open stomata
Which transport system requires energy?
Which transport system requires energy?
Phloem transport