Parts of a Leaf

Leaves absorb sunlight.

• True

• False

Answer explanation

The chlorophyll in the leaves trap sunlight.

Name the part of the leaf labelled number (i).

• Midrib

• Lamina

• Petiole

• Margin

Name the part of the leaf labelled as (ii).

• Midrib

• Lamina

• Side vein

• Apex

Which part of the leaf is responsible for the transportation of water, minerals and prepared food?

• Petiole

• Leaf margin

• Veins

What is leaf blade?

• The flat part of the leaf.

• attaches the leaf to the plant.

• provide support for leaf and carry water and minerals.

What is the part of the leaf labelled as (iii)?

• Petiole

• Midrib

• Leaf blade

• Side veins

Leaves appears green due to the presence of --------------.

Leaves are of different colours, shapes and sizes.

• True

• False

The part of the leaf that is labelled as (iv)?

• Leaf blade

• Petiole

• Side vein

Gaseous exchange takes place in leaves through -----

• Stomata

• Chlorophyll

• Stem

• Roots