Plant Parts

Front

What is the function of a vacuole in a plant cell?

Back

A vacuole is a large storage sac that can expand and shrink, holding water, wastes, and food.

Front

What is chlorophyll and where is it found?

Back

Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in the chloroplasts of plants, algae, and some bacteria.

Front

What is the process by which plants make food and oxygen using carbon dioxide and water?

Back

The process is called photosynthesis.

Front

What surrounds the cell membrane in a plant cell and separates it from the environment?

Back

The cell wall surrounds the cell membrane and separates the cell from the environment.

Front

Where in a plant cell is food made?

Back

Food is made in the chloroplast.

Front

What role does chlorophyll play in photosynthesis?

Back

Chlorophyll captures light energy, which is used to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen during photosynthesis.

Front

What are the main components required for photosynthesis to occur?

Back

The main components required for photosynthesis are sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water.

Front

How does the vacuole contribute to plant cell structure?

Back

The vacuole helps maintain turgor pressure, which keeps the plant cell firm and supports the plant structure.

Front

What is the difference between a plant cell wall and a cell membrane?

Back

The cell wall is a rigid outer layer that provides structure and protection, while the cell membrane is a flexible barrier that controls the movement of substances in and out of the cell.

Front

What is the significance of photosynthesis for life on Earth?

Back

Photosynthesis is significant because it produces oxygen and organic compounds that are essential for the survival of most life forms on Earth.