Plant Structure & Function

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What are stomata?

Back

Pores in the leaf that allow gas to enter and exit.

Front

What is the purpose of xylem?

Back

To transport water through the stem.

Front

What is the palisade mesophyll?

Back

The area of the leaf responsible for absorbing light.

Front

What is the epidermis in plant structure?

Back

The outer layer of the dermal tissue.

Front

What two structures limit transpiration in plants?

Back

Stomata and guard cells.

Front

What is the function of guard cells?

Back

To regulate the opening and closing of stomata.

Front

What is the role of phloem in plants?

Back

To transport food (sugars) from leaves to other parts of the plant.

Front

What is the function of the cuticle on a leaf?

Back

To reduce water loss by providing a waxy barrier.

Front

What is the spongy mesophyll?

Back

The layer of leaf tissue that facilitates gas exchange.

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

The process of water vapor loss from plant leaves.