Plants

Mesophyll

Leaf cells that perform photosynthesis.

Palisade

A part of mesophyll; packed with chloroplasts.

Stomata

Tiny holes on leaves for gas exchange.

Root Hair

Tiny projections that absorb water and nutrients.

Pistil

The female flower part, which includes the ovary.

Stamen

The male flower part, which includes the anther.

Transpiration

Water loss through leaves.

Translocation

Transport of nutrients in the plant.

What are the primary uses of plant leaves in human diets?

They provide essential vitamins and minerals.

What are common examples of root vegetables?

Carrots and beets.

How do stems like bamboo benefit human activities?

They are used for construction, furniture, and utensils.

What role do flowers play in the ecosystem?

They attract pollinators and have health benefits.

What is primary succession?

Process that begins on barren substrates like bare rock with pioneer species.

What characterizes secondary succession?

It occurs after disturbances, where soil and some organisms remain intact.

What human activities impact natural succession processes?

Logging, agriculture, and urban development.

What is sexual reproduction in plants?

Involves pollination and the formation of seeds allowing for genetic variation.

What method of asexual reproduction involves runners?

Specialized stems (stolon) that produce new plants at nodes.

What is primary growth in plants?

Growth that makes plants taller, occurring at apical meristem.

What is the root system of monocots?

A fibrous root system consisting of many thin roots.

What are the characteristics of eudicots?

They have two cotyledons and a taproot system.

What are the parts of a flower?

Pistil, stamen, petals, and sepals.

What is the purpose of leaves in plants?

To perform photosynthesis and regulate materials.