Plant Structure & Function Review 2023

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What is the function of the ovary in a flower?

Back

The ovary is the part of the pistil that contains the ovules and develops into fruit after fertilization.

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What is the role of the cuticle on a leaf?

Back

The cuticle is a shiny, waxy layer that helps control water loss from the leaf surface.

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What is the stigma in a flower?

Back

The stigma is the part of the pistil that receives pollen during fertilization.

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What is the direction of flow in the phloem?

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The flow in the phloem is from sugar source to sugar sink, transporting nutrients throughout the plant.

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What is the epidermis in plant structure?

Back

The epidermis is the outermost layer of cells on a plant, providing protection and regulating gas exchange.

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Define the term 'pistil'.

Back

The pistil is the female reproductive part of a flower, consisting of the ovary, style, and stigma.

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What is the function of the phloem?

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Phloem transports sugars and other metabolic products downward from the leaves.

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What is the role of the cortex in plant roots?

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The cortex stores food and helps transport water and nutrients from the soil to the vascular system.

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What is the endodermis?

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The endodermis is the innermost layer of the cortex in roots, regulating the flow of water and nutrients into the vascular system.

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What is transpiration in plants?

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Transpiration is the process of water vapor loss from plant leaves, helping to regulate temperature and nutrient transport.