Stomata and Guard Cells

The cell responsible for opening and closing the stomata are called _____ cells.

The openings which allow for gas exchange are called ______.

When the guard cells are filled with water, the stomata is

• open

• closed

two cells that surround each porous opening; regulates gaseous exchange by opening and closing the pore.

• Epidermal cells

• Guard cells

• Stomata cells

• Xylem cells

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What is the role of guard cells?

• protecting the stomata from invaders

• creating vascularity for plants

• regulate the opening and closing of the stomata

• absorbing sunlight needed for photo synthesis

Surrounds the stomata and controls the ​opening and closing.

• gravity

• guard cells

• pressure

• germination

What happens to the stomata during the night in most plants?

• They open wider

• They close

• They remain unchanged

• They produce more chlorophyll

What is the name of process that controls the opening and closing of the stomata to reduce water loss?

• photosynthesis

• vascularity

• transpiration

• oxidation

What location would cause the stomata to close?

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If you forget to water a houseplant for a few days, would the stomata be open or closed?

• Open

• Closed

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