The Structure of a Flowering Plant (Leaving Cert Biology): Flashcards

Shoot system and root system

Point on stem where a side branch grows

Region between two nodes on the stem

Stalk that attaches leaf to stem

$CO_2$ and $H_2O$ into glucose and $O_2$

$6CO_2 + 6H_2O \rightarrow C_6H_{12}O_6 + 6O_2$

Underside of leaves

On stems

Gas exchange

Anchors, absorbs water/minerals, stores food

Water and minerals from soil

Carrots