Plant diseases defences (Edexcel GCSE Biology): Quizzes
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What is the main function of the waxy cuticle on plant leaves?
What is the main function of the waxy cuticle on plant leaves?
Acts as a barrier to prevent pathogen entry
How does cellulose in plant cell walls protect plants?
How does cellulose in plant cell walls protect plants?
It forms a strong physical barrier
How do layers of dead cells like bark protect plants from pathogens?
How do layers of dead cells like bark protect plants from pathogens?
They fall off, taking pathogens with them
Which plant is mentioned as producing poisons to deter herbivores?
Which plant is mentioned as producing poisons to deter herbivores?
Foxglove
Which plants produce antibacterial compounds?
Which plants produce antibacterial compounds?
Mint and witch hazel
What is the function of antibacterial compounds in plants?
What is the function of antibacterial compounds in plants?
Kill bacteria and protect from infections
What is the purpose of thorns and hairs on plants?
What is the purpose of thorns and hairs on plants?
Make it difficult for animals to eat them
Against which predators are thorns and hairs less effective?
Against which predators are thorns and hairs less effective?
Insect pests
What happens when some plant leaves are touched?
What happens when some plant leaves are touched?
They droop or curl
Why do some plants have patterns resembling butterfly eggs?
Why do some plants have patterns resembling butterfly eggs?
To deter butterflies from laying eggs
Which tree provides quinine, and what was it used to treat?
Which tree provides quinine, and what was it used to treat?
Cinchona tree; malaria
From which plant was aspirin developed, and what does it do?
From which plant was aspirin developed, and what does it do?
Willow tree; relieves pain and fever