Transport in Plants (LC 2027) (Leaving Cert Biology): Quizzes
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What does xylem tissue transport in plants?
What does xylem tissue transport in plants?
Water and minerals upward
Which root zone contains meristem tissue for rapid cell division?
Which root zone contains meristem tissue for rapid cell division?
Zone of cell production
Where do root hairs develop?
Where 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?
Store nutrients & provide support
Which of these is an example of a root that stores food reserves?
Which of these is an example of a root that stores food reserves?
Carrot
What are nodes on a stem?
What are nodes on a stem?
Where leaves attach
What do scale scars on woody stems indicate?
What do scale scars on woody stems indicate?
Where bud scales fell off
Which stem structure stores food like potatoes?
Which stem structure stores food like potatoes?
Modified stems
Which leaf layer carries out most photosynthesis?
Which leaf layer carries out most photosynthesis?
Palisade mesophyll
What controls the opening and closing of stomata?
What controls the opening and closing of stomata?
Guard cells
Why are leaves thin?
Why are leaves thin?
For easy gas movement & light entry
What feature of root hairs increases absorption surface area?
What feature of root hairs increases absorption surface area?
Numerous extensions
Which absorption method uses cellular energy (ATP)?
Which absorption method uses cellular energy (ATP)?
Active transport