Leaf Structure Flashcard

Front

Carbon dioxide and oxygen, ENTERS and LEAVES the leaf through the:

Back

stomata

Front

Which structures OPEN and CLOSE the stomata to allow gas exchange but prevent water loss in leaves?

Back

Guard cells

Front

Most PHOTOSYNTHESIS occurs in this part of the leaf:

Back

Mesophyll

Front

The vascular tissue which TRANSPORTS sugar (food) in both directions within the leaf is the:

Back

Phloem

Front

What is the function of the Xylem?

Back

Transports WATER from the roots to the stems and leaves.

Front

This part of a leaf is WAXY and its job is to prevent water loss in plants.

Back

Cuticle

Front

This part of the leaf has an UPPER and LOWER part that protects the leaf.

Back

Mesophyll

Front

What is the function of chlorophyll in plants?

Back

Converts sunlight into glucose or sugar

Front

Which of the following IS a type of plant pigment? Chlorophyll, Protein

Back

Chlorophyll

Front

What role does chlorophyll play in the process of leaves changing color in the fall?

Back

...breaks down allowing other pigments to be seen.