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Leaf Anatomy Quiz

Total questions: 10

Worksheet time: 5mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

What is the primary function of the cuticle on the outer surface of the leaf?

a)

To transport sugars and food

b)

To provide structural support

c)

To prevent water loss

d)

To facilitate gas exchange

2.

What does the term "mesophyll" refer to in the context of leaf anatomy?

a)

The waxy covering of the leaf

b)

The outermost layer of cells

c)

The layer of cells where photosynthesis occurs

d)

The stalk that connects the leaf to the stem

3.

Which cells are responsible for opening and closing stomata?

a)

Epidermal cells

b)

Palisade mesophyll cells

c)

Guard cells

d)

Bundle sheath cells

4.

What is the role of chloroplasts in the plant cells?

a)

To prevent water loss

b)

To transport nutrients

c)

To perform photosynthesis

d)

To open and close stomata

5.

What is the stalk that connects the leaf to the stem called?

a)

Vein

b)

Cuticle

c)

Mesophyll

d)

Petiole

6.

What structure transports water in one direction?

a)

phloem

b)

Xylem

c)

stomata

d)

guard cell

7.

Leaves with 2 or more leaflets are called

a)

major leaf

b)

simple leaf

c)

compound leaf

d)

two leaflets

8.

What structure transports sugar (glucose) up and down in plants?

a)

cuticle

b)

phloem

c)

xylem

d)

mesophyll

9.

Guard cells regulate the flow of gases in plants and are often found on the bottom of the leaf. During the dry time guard cells

a)

close

b)

stay open

10.

What organ in the human body is has a similar function as the stoma?

a)

stomach

b)

heart

c)

kidneys

d)

lungs