Plant Stem Functions and Characteristics

The video tutorial by Professor Andrei covers the topic of plant stems, discussing their growth, functions, and structure. It explains how stems transport nutrients and provide support to the plant. The video also details the parts of the stem, such as nodes and internodes, and the role of buds in stem growth. Different types of stems, including trunks and stalks, are described, highlighting their characteristics and functions. The tutorial concludes with a summary of the key points discussed.

What is the term used to describe the growth of a plant stem towards light?

• Hydrotropism

• Phototropism

• Thigmotropism

• Geotropism

What is the primary function of the stem in transporting substances?

• Anchoring the plant to the ground

• Absorbing nutrients from the soil

• Producing flowers and fruits

• Transporting water and minerals from the roots to the leaves

Which type of sap is transported from the leaves to other parts of the plant?

• Raw sap

• Processed sap

• Water sap

• Mineral sap

What is the region of the stem called where buds are found?

• Apical meristem

• Node

• Lateral meristem

• Internode

What is the role of the internode in the stem?

• Supporting flowers

• Transporting nutrients

• Growth of the stem

• Producing leaves

What is another name for a bud?

• Node

• Germ

• Internode

• Gomo

Which type of bud is responsible for the growth of branches?

• Root bud

• Apical bud

• Lateral bud

• Flower bud

What is the characteristic of a trunk?

• Flexible and soft

• Short and woody

• Thin and green

• Thick and large

What type of stem is typically found in smaller plants and is green and thin?

• Rhizome

• Tuber

• Trunk

• Haste

Which type of stem is characterized by having leaves only at the top?

• Trunk

• Tuber

• Haste

• Strip