Plant Anatomy: Leaf

What is the main function of the leaf?

• Store water

• Perform photosynthesis

• Support the stem

• Conduct photosynthesis

What is the outermost layer of the leaf called?

• Mesophyll

• Cuticle

• Epidermis

• Stoma

Which part of the leaf is responsible for gas exchange?

• Epidermis

• Stomata

• Chloroplasts

• Xylem

What is the green pigment responsible for photosynthesis in leaves?

• Xanthophyll

• Melanin

• Chlorophyll

• Carotene

What are the tiny openings on the underside of leaves called?

• Pores

• Vessels

• Pistils

• Stomata

Which tissue in the leaf contains chloroplasts for photosynthesis?

• Xylem tissue

• Epidermis tissue

• Phloem tissue

• Mesophyll tissue

What is the vascular tissue responsible for transporting water in leaves?

• Epidermis

• Phloem

• Stoma

• Xylem

What is the process by which leaves lose water called?

• Precipitation

• Transpiration

• Condensation

• Evaporation

What is the main vein in a leaf called?

• Leafline

• Midrib

• Veinlet

• Stemline

What is the protective layer on the upper epidermis of a leaf called?

• Epidermis

• Photosynthesis

• Cuticle

• Stoma