Plant Processes

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What are the stomata?

Back

Tiny openings on leaves that allow gas exchange.

Front

What part of the organisms is aerobic cellular respiration for?

Back

Cells, specifically mitochondria.

Front

Why is aerobic cellular respiration important?

Back

It generates energy for cells.

Front

What are the guard cells?

Back

Cells that open and close the stomata.

Front

What is the difference between the xylem and the phloem?

Back

Xylem transports water, phloem transports food.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

The process by which plants convert sunlight into energy.

Front

What is chlorophyll?

Back

A green pigment in plants that absorbs light energy for photosynthesis.

Front

What role do roots play in plants?

Back

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

Front

What is transpiration?

Back

The process of water vapor loss from plant leaves.

Front

What is the function of the leaves?

Back

Leaves are the main site of photosynthesis in plants.