Transpiration Knowledge Check FT

What is the word equation for photosynthesis?

• Carbon dioxide + Water → Glucose + Oxygen

• Carbon dioxide + Oxygen → Glucose + Water

Where in a cell does photosynthesis take place?

• Mitochondria

• Chloroplasts

What is glucose converted into for storage?

• Lipids

• Starch

What factors limit the rate of photosynthesis?

• Water concentration, glucose concentration, and carbon dioxide concentration

• Temperature, light intensity, and carbon dioxide concentration

What is the function of root hair cells in plants?

• To absorb water and mineral ions

• To provide structural support to the plant

What is the main function of xylem vessels in plants?

• To support the plant structure

• To transport water and mineral ions

Diffusion is the ________ movement of molecules from an area of ________ concentration, to an area of ________ concentration of that molecule.

• passive, high, low

• passive, low, high

Why is it important for root hair cells to have a large surface area?

• To increase the rate of water and mineral absorption

• To increase the rate of photosynthesis

What is the function of 'hairs' in a root hair cell?

• To provide a large surface area for osmosis and mineral uptake

• To absorb sunlight

Why does a root hair cell have a thin cell wall?

• To make osmosis and the uptake of minerals faster

• To store more nutrients