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2.3 Translocation

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.
What molecule is the phloem responsible for transporting?
a)
Glucose
b)
Water
c)
Sucrose
d)
Glycogen
2.

Select the correct term for the following definition:

"The water transport system in plants."

a)

Villi

b)

Bronchi

c)

Bolus

d)

Xylem

3.

Recall the main function of a xylem cell.

a)

To transport nutrients (mainly sucrose) to different parts of a plant.

b)

To make energy for the plant via photosynthesis.

c)

To transport carbon dioxide to the leaves for photosynthessis.

d)

To transport water to different parts of plant.

4.

Recall what is dissolved in the water in the xylem.

a)

Glucose

b)

Amino acids

c)

Mineral ions

d)

Starch

5.

Recall what the pathway of water from roots to leaves is called.

a)

Respiration

b)

Translocation

c)

Transpiration stream

d)

Evaporation

6.

Recall what substance is used to thicken and strengthen xylem walls in woody plants.

a)

Protein

b)

Mineral ions

c)

Lignin

d)

Glucose

7.

Select the correct term for the following definition:

"The nutrient transport system in plants."

a)

Enzyme

b)

Guard cells

c)

Phloem

d)

Proteins

8.

Recall the main funtion of a phloem cell.

a)

To transport nutrients (mainly sucrose) to different parts of a plant.

b)

To transport water to different parts of a plant.

c)

To make energy for the plant via photosynthesis.

d)

To provide structural support to a plant.

9.

Recall which of the following form part of the phloem.

a)

Sieve-tube elements

b)

Trachieds

c)

Vessels

d)

Companion cells

10.

Recall that the movement of food in the phloem is called.

a)

Translocation

b)

Transpiration stream

c)

Evaporation

d)

Respiration

11.

ATP and protein are supplied to sieve tube elements by which other cell?

a)

Xylem vessel

b)

Sieve tube element

c)

Companion cell

d)

Tracheid