Transpiration/Levels of Complexity Flashcard

Front

What does it mean if the plant's stomata are closed?

Back

The plant is trying to reduce water loss.

Front

What is the process by which organisms that have chloroplasts use light energy, carbon dioxide, and water to make sugar?

Back

Photosynthesis.

Front

What happens to cut celery when placed in water with food coloring?

Back

The celery absorbs the colored liquid through its xylem vessels.

Front

Do plants with larger leaf surface area transpire more than those with smaller leaf surface area?

Back

True.

Front

What tissue made of long connected cells transports water and minerals from the roots to all the cells in the plant?

Back

Xylem.

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

The process by which water vapor is released from the plant into the atmosphere through stomata.

Front

What role do guard cells play in transpiration?

Back

They regulate the opening and closing of stomata to control water loss.

Front

How does temperature affect the rate of transpiration?

Back

Higher temperatures increase the rate of transpiration by causing water to evaporate more quickly.

Front

What is the relationship between photosynthesis and transpiration?

Back

Transpiration helps to pull water up from the roots, which is necessary for photosynthesis.

Front

What is the function of xylem in plants?

Back

To transport water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.