Roots, Stems, and Leaves (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What does xylem tissue transport in plants?
What does xylem tissue transport in plants?
Water & minerals upward from roots
In which root zone do root hairs develop?
In which root zone do root hairs develop?
Zone of differentiation
What is the main function of the cortex in roots?
What is the main function of the cortex in roots?
Storing nutrients & providing support
Which root function involves carrots and turnips?
Which root function involves carrots and turnips?
Storage of food reserves
What are nodes on a plant stem?
What are nodes on a plant stem?
Points where leaves attach
What does the distance between sets of scale scars indicate?
What does the distance between sets of scale scars indicate?
One year's growth
Which plant organs store food as mentioned for stems?
Which plant organs store food as mentioned for stems?
Potatoes & ginger
Where does most photosynthesis occur in leaves?
Where does most photosynthesis occur in leaves?
Palisade mesophyll
What is the main function of spongy mesophyll?
What is the main function of spongy mesophyll?
Allow gases to circulate freely
What do guard cells control in leaves?
What do guard cells control in leaves?
Opening & closing of stomata
Why is a thin leaf structure advantageous?
Why is a thin leaf structure advantageous?
Allows easy gas movement & light entry
Which feature helps root hairs absorb water efficiently?
Which feature helps root hairs absorb water efficiently?
No protective cuticle
What does active transport in roots require?
What does active transport in roots require?
Cellular energy (ATP)