Plant Transport Systems Quiz

What strengthens the cell walls of xylem?

• Cellulose

• Lignin

• Starch

• Protein

Tracheids are (a)   type of cells.

• Short, wide cells
• Long, thin cells with tapered ends
• Round, thick cells
• Square, flat cells

Match the following functions of plant tissues with their respective roles.

• Function of roots

• Transport water

• Function of xylem

• Transport food (sugars and nutrients)

• Function of phloem

• Transport oxygen

• Function of stomata

• Transport minerals

What is the process of moving sugars in the phloem called?

• Transpiration

• Translocation

• Photosynthesis

• Respiration

Which part of the plant does the phloem transport food from?

• Roots

• Leaves

• Stems

• Flowers

What type of cells are vessel elements?

• Long, thin cells

• Short, wide cells

• Round, thick cells

• Square, flat cells

What is the direction of movement in phloem known as?

• Source to sink

• Sink to source

• Top to bottom

• Bottom to top

The phloem contains (a)   cells.

• Dead cells
• Living cells
• Both dead and living cells
• No cells

What additional role does the xylem provide?

• Provides structural support

• Provides energy

• Provides nutrients

• Provides no support

Match the following functions of plant tissues with their descriptions.

• Captures light energy for photosynthesis

• Distributes nutrients and energy

• Transports sugars and organic compounds

• Provides structural support

• Conducts water and minerals

• Absorbs sunlight

• Gives strength and rigidity

• Provides water transport