Plant Structure & Function

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What is the function of stomata in plants?

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Stomata are tiny openings on the surface of leaves that allow the plant to take in carbon dioxide and release oxygen.

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What do xylem and phloem transport in plants?

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Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the leaves, while phloem transports food (glucose) from the leaves to other parts of the plant.

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What does the Vascular Tissue Lab demonstrate about water transport?

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It demonstrates that water can be transported through xylem up through plant stems to the leaves.

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Where are stomata typically located on a leaf?

Back

Stomata are typically found on the bottom of leaves.

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What is an organelle found in plant cells that is essential for photosynthesis?

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Chloroplast is the organelle found in plant cells that contains chlorophyll and is essential for photosynthesis.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in plants?

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Chlorophyll is a pigment found in chloroplasts that absorbs sunlight, allowing plants to perform photosynthesis.

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What is the primary purpose of photosynthesis?

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The primary purpose of photosynthesis is to convert light energy into chemical energy in the form of glucose.

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What is the difference between xylem and phloem?

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Xylem transports water and nutrients upward from the roots, while phloem transports food downward from the leaves.

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What is transpiration in plants?

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Transpiration is the process by which water vapor is released from the plant's leaves into the atmosphere.

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How do plants absorb water from the soil?

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Plants absorb water from the soil through their roots, which then transport it to the rest of the plant via xylem.