Plant Structures and Functions

Front

What is the organelle in the leaves of plants that absorbs the Sun's energy?

Back

Chloroplast

Front

Plants make food using ____________ and _________ in the presence of sunlight.

Back

Water and Carbon Dioxide

Front

Which is not a type of tissue in plants?

Back

Connective

Front

What is the part of the root that allows water and minerals to enter?

Back

Root Hairs

Front

What vascular tissue transports water and minerals upwards from a plant's roots?

Back

Xylem

Front

What is the function of chlorophyll in plants?

Back

Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis.

Front

What are the two main types of vascular tissue in plants?

Back

Xylem and Phloem

Front

What is the role of stomata in plant leaves?

Back

Stomata allow gas exchange (CO2 in, O2 out) during photosynthesis.

Front

What is the primary function of roots in plants?

Back

Roots anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

Front

What is the difference between xylem and phloem?

Back

Xylem transports water and minerals upwards; phloem transports sugars downwards.