Plant Structures and Functions

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What is the primary function of roots in plants?

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Roots anchor the plant in the soil, absorb water and nutrients, and store water and minerals. They do NOT carry out the light reactions of photosynthesis.

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What two substances do plants use to make food during photosynthesis?

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Plants use water and carbon dioxide to make food during photosynthesis.

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What part of the plant is responsible for rapid cell division?

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The meristem is the part of the plant responsible for rapid cell division.

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What are the three main types of plant tissues?

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The three main types of plant tissues are dermal, vascular, and ground tissues. Connective tissue is not a type of plant tissue.

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What process helps maintain balance between cells and the outside environment in living organisms?

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Homeostasis is the process that helps maintain balance between cells and the outside environment.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to produce glucose and oxygen.

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What is the role of xylem in plants?

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Xylem is responsible for transporting water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.

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What is the role of phloem in plants?

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Phloem is responsible for transporting sugars and nutrients produced during photosynthesis from the leaves to other parts of the plant.

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What is the function of stomata in plants?

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Stomata are small openings on the surface of leaves that allow for gas exchange, enabling the intake of carbon dioxide and the release of oxygen.

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What is the significance of meristematic tissue?

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Meristematic tissue is significant because it contains undifferentiated cells that can divide and differentiate into various types of plant cells.