Cell Structure and Function

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The most basic structural, functional, and biological unit of a living organism.

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Cell

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The rigid outermost layer of a cell composed of multiple layers of cellulose.

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Cell Wall

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The living, semi-fluid material that contains the cytosol, organelles, cytoskeleton, and various particles.

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Cytoplasm

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Vacuole

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An organelle described as a large sac bound by a membrane that serves to transport and store water, sugars, oils, salts, organic acids, minerals, pigments, proteins, wastes, and defense compounds.

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Trichomes

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Either unicellular or multicellular and appear as hairs on the leaves of some plants. They help reduce water loss.

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The three growth processes of higher plants

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Division, Elongation, Differentiation

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Vascular tissue

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A group of cells that make up the conductive vessels of the plant, transporting water, minerals, sugars, and hormones.

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Xylem transports

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Water and minerals upwards from the roots to the shoots.

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Ground tissue

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Fundamental tissue consisting of cell groups found in all parts of the plant other than dermal or vascular tissues.

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Role of mitosis in plant growth

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Cell division for growth and repair.