Flashcard- Lesson #1: Plant Structures and Needs Quiz

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

Transpiration is the evaporation of water from a plant's leaves.

Front

What energy does the sugar made by plants contain?

Back

The sugar that the plant makes contains light energy.

Front

What three things do plants use to produce oxygen and sugar?

Back

Plants use water, carbon dioxide, and light energy to produce oxygen and sugar.

Front

What is the function of xylem in plants?

Back

Xylem carries water up the stem to the leaves.

Front

Why might taller plants have an advantage over shorter plants?

Back

Taller plants can absorb more sunlight than plants below them.

Front

What is the role of stomata in plants?

Back

Stomata are small openings on the leaves that allow for gas exchange.

Front

What do plants absorb from the soil?

Back

Plants absorb nutrients and water from the soil.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into sugar and oxygen.

Front

What is the importance 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 from the roots to the leaves, while phloem transports sugars from the leaves to other parts of the plant.