HORT-Stem & Root Anatomy

What are the three main functions of the roots? Select ALL correct answers.

• Anchor the plant in the soil

• Photosynthesize food

• Absorb water and minerals from the soil

• Transport water and minerals to the plant stem

What is the function of the root cap?

• Cell division

• Growth

• Protection

• Transpiration

This is an example of what type of root system?

• Bulb

• Taproot

• Fibrous root

• Rhizome

This is an example of what type of root system?

• Taproot

• Fibrous Root

• Bulb

• Tuber

This is an example of what type of root?

• Taproot

• Fibrous root

• Adventitious Root

• Tuber

True or false: One function of the stem is to store food.

• True

• False

This type of stem can be classified as what type:

• Woody Stem

• Herbaceous Stem

• Adventitious Stem

• Tuber

This vascular structure carries water and nutrients UP the plant, from the roots to the leaves.

• Xylem

• Phloem

• Cambium

This vascular structure carries food produced in the leaves DOWN to the rest of the plant.

• Xylem

• Phloem

• Cambium

This layer separates the xylem and phloem.

• Xylem

• Phloem

• Cambium