Plant Tissues and Their Functions

Flashcards covering key vocabulary related to plant tissues and their functions.

Meristematic tissue

Tissue type where cell division is concentrated, allowing for new growth and repair.

Ground tissue

Tissue responsible for storage, processing, and providing physical support in plants.

Dermal tissue

Tissue that serves as protection for plant surfaces and may assist in nutrient absorption.

Vascular tissue

Tissue involved in the movement of fluids/food and providing physical support to plants.

Apical meristem

The tip of a plant shoot or root where active cell division and growth occurs.

Shoot apex

The location at the top of the plant shoot where growth is concentrated.

Root apex

The growing tip of a root, where new cells are produced.

Differentiation

The process by which cells develop specialized functions and structures.

Phloem

Vascular tissue responsible for the transport of carbohydrates throughout the plant.

Xylem

Vascular tissue responsible for transporting water and dissolved minerals from roots to the rest of the plant.

Transverse section

A cross-sectional view of a stem or root that shows different plant tissues.

Vascular bundles

Structures that contain xylem and phloem, providing support and transportation within the plant.