Plant exam

Front

What is the ploidy of a haploid cell?

Back

Haploid cells have a ploidy of n, meaning they contain one set of chromosomes.

Front

What are the three main types of plant structures?

Back

Roots, stems, and leaves.

Front

What is pollen?

Back

Pollen is the male gametophyte in seed plants, responsible for fertilization.

Front

What distinguishes a monocot from a dicot?

Back

Monocots have one cotyledon, while dicots have two.

Front

What is a megasporangium?

Back

A megasporangium is a structure in seed plants that produces megaspores, which develop into female gametophytes.

Front

What is the function of roots in plants?

Back

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

Front

What is the role of stems in plants?

Back

Stems support the plant and transport nutrients and water between roots and leaves.

Front

What is the primary function of leaves?

Back

Leaves are primarily responsible for photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy.

Front

What is the difference between gymnosperms and angiosperms?

Back

Gymnosperms produce seeds that are not enclosed in an ovary, while angiosperms produce seeds within a fruit.

Front

What is the significance of chlorophyll in plants?

Back

Chlorophyll is the pigment that allows plants to absorb sunlight for photosynthesis.