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Flashcards on Plant Structure and Function
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What is the main function of the leaves in a plant?
The main function of leaves in a plant is to carry out photosynthesis.
What is the role of the roots in a plant?
The roots of a plant anchor it in the ground and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
What is the purpose of stems in plants?
Stems provide support to the plant and transport water, nutrients, and food between the roots and leaves.
What is the function of flowers in plants?
The main function of flowers is to facilitate reproduction in plants by producing seeds.
What is the structure responsible for the exchange of gases in plants?
The structure responsible for gas exchange in plants is the stomata.
What is the name of the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?
The process is called photosynthesis.
What is the function of the xylem in a plant?
Xylem tissue transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.
What is the function of the phloem in a plant?
Phloem tissue transports sugars and other organic compounds from the leaves to other parts of the plant.
What is the name of the female reproductive structure in a flower?
The female reproductive structure in a flower is called the pistil or the carpel.
What is the male reproductive structure in a flower called?
The male reproductive structure in a flower is called the stamen.
What is the function of chlorophyll in plants?
Chlorophyll is responsible for capturing light energy during photosynthesis.
What is the name of the protective outer layer of a plant?
The protective outer layer of a plant is called the epidermis.
What is the purpose of plant hormones?
Plant hormones regulate growth, development, and responses to environmental stimuli.
What is the function of the waxy layer on the surface of leaves?
The waxy layer, called the cuticle, helps reduce water loss from the leaves.
What is the process by which water moves up from the roots to the leaves in a plant?
The process is called transpiration.
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What is the main function of leaves in a plant?
Carry out photosynthesis
Anchor the plant in the ground
Transport water and nutrients
Facilitate reproduction
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What is the role of the roots in a plant?
Carry out photosynthesis
Anchor the plant in the ground and absorb water and nutrients
Transport water and nutrients
Facilitate reproduction
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What is the purpose of stems in plants?
Carry out photosynthesis
Anchor the plant in the ground
Provide support and transport water, nutrients, and food
Facilitate reproduction
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What is the function of flowers in plants?
Carry out photosynthesis
Anchor the plant in the ground
Transport water and nutrients
Facilitate reproduction by producing seeds
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What is the name of the structure responsible for gas exchange in plants?
Xylem
Phloem
Root hairs
Stomata
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What is the process by which plants convert sunlight into energy?
Photosynthesis
Transpiration
Respiration
Pollination
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What is the function of the xylem in a plant?
Transport water and minerals from roots to the rest of the plant
Transport sugars and organic compounds
Carry out photosynthesis
Facilitate reproduction
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What is the function of the phloem in a plant?
Transport water and minerals
Transport sugars and other organic compounds
Anchor the plant in the ground
Facilitate reproduction
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What is the name of the female reproductive structure in a flower?
Pistil or carpel
Stamen
Sepal
Petals
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What is the male reproductive structure in a flower called?
Pistil or carpel
Stamen
Sepal
Petals
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