Plant Structure and Function

Click on the flashcard to see the answer



What is the main function of roots in a plant?

Roots anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

What part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?

Leaves are responsible for photosynthesis in a plant.

What is the function of a plant’s stem?

The stem supports the plant and transports water and nutrients between the roots and leaves.

What does a plant’s xylem do?

Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.

What is the function of the phloem in plants?

Phloem transports sugars and nutrients produced during photosynthesis from the leaves to other parts of the plant.

What structure contains the reproductive organs in flowering plants?

The flower contains the reproductive organs in flowering plants.

What is the role of pollen in plant reproduction?

Pollen contains the male gametes necessary for fertilizing ova in plant reproduction.

What part of a flower becomes the fruit?

The ovary of a flower becomes the fruit after fertilization.

What is the main purpose of fruit for a plant?

Fruit protects seeds and aids in their dispersal.

What pigment gives leaves their green color and is vital for photosynthesis?

Chlorophyll gives leaves their green color and is vital for photosynthesis.

What process allows water vapor to exit a plant through small openings?

Transpiration allows water vapor to exit a plant through small openings called stomata.

What is the function of guard cells in a plant leaf?

Guard cells open and close the stomata to regulate gas exchange and water loss.

How do plants typically get their energy?

Plants get their energy through photosynthesis, using sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into sugars.

What is the sticky part of a flower's pistil?

The stigma is the sticky part of a flower's pistil that captures pollen.

What are the male reproductive parts of a flower?

The stamen, which consists of the anther and filament, are the male reproductive parts of a flower.