Leaf Structure and Function Photosynthesis

These structures are called

• Stomata

• Chloroplast

• Chlorophyll

• midrib

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Identify the major difference between these leaves.

• All are compound leaves

• All have parallel venation

• The leaf margin and apex are different in all leaves

• Midrib is absent in all leaves

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NGSS.MS-LS4-2

Leaves when kept in dark away from the sun, what will happen?

• It performs photosynthesis

• It cannot perform photosynthesis

• It will die instantly

• It will grow fastly

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Which of the following is not a function of Vein?

• Support the leaf blade

• Transport food

• Transport water

• Defend the leaf from animals

Identify the venation in this Grass leaf.

• Reticulate venation

• Parallel venation

• No venation

What part of the plant has the function of collecting light from the sun to help the plant grow?

• Root

• Stem

• Leaf

• Fruit

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

which leaf structure is most beneficial in a shady environment?

• a wide, flat surface

• a cuticle

• a small size

• thorns

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NGSS.MS-LS1-5

Complete the sentence to correctly compare external structures in plants and animals.

Plant leaves have a _______ to keep unwanted water from entering a plant.

• stem

• cuticle

What is the primary function of chlorophyll in the leaf?

• Absorb sunlight for photosynthesis

• Transport water throughout the plant

• Protect the leaf from herbivores

• Store nutrients for the plant

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Which part of the leaf is responsible for gas exchange?

• Cuticle

• Stomata

• Veins

• Mesophyll