Elec. Sci. Roots and Shoots

The two main systems of plants

• Root system and Shoot system
• Root system and Leaf system

The aerial part of the plant which grows or shoots upward.

• Shoot system
• Root system

It is composed of the organs that grow beneath and into the ground.

• Root system
• Shoot system

It provides structure by holding the plant upright.

• Stem
• Root

It transports fluids between throughout the whole plant.

• Stem
• Leaves

It collects sunlightand make food by photosynthesis.

• Leaves
• Flower

Also called the "hidden half"

• Root system
• Shoot system

The areaa where cells increase in size through food and water absorption.

• Zone of Elongation
• Zone of Maturation

It is directly beneath the stem. The cells become specific tissues such a epidermis, cortex, or vascular tissue.

• Zone of Maturation
• Zone of Elongation

Identify the external anatomy of roots