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What should you focus on for Plant Diversity?

Know the key identifying characteristics of each plant group.

What diagram should you review for Plant Diversity?

Walk through the basic alternation of generations diagram.

Name the parts of a flower.

You should be able to name the flower parts.

What structures should you be able to label regarding seeds?

Label the structures of a seed.

What are the basic plant organ systems?

Know the basic organ systems and their functions.

What are the three tissue layers in plants?

Name the 3 tissue layers.

What specific structures should you explore in vascular tissue?

Dive deeper into the structures of xylem and phloem.

What are the two types of plant growth?

Describe the basic processes of primary and secondary growth.

What should you understand about plant nutrition?

Understand the mutualisms of rhizobacteria and mycorrhizal fungi with plants.

What is transpiration's role in plant transport?

Describe the dynamics of transpiration for moving water through the xylem.

How is sugar moved in plants?

Explain how sugar is moved in the phloem.

What are stomata's trade-offs?

Discuss the trade-offs associated with opening/closing stomata.

What are the primary categories of plant hormones?

Know the plant hormones and their functions.

What kinds of external stimuli do plants respond to?

Identify external stimuli like light quality that plants respond to.

What is the focus of the material covered in this course?

Focus on the material covered in lecture.

How will your exam score affect your course grade?

Your score on this exam will count toward your course grade.

What happens if your score is higher than one of the regular exams?

Your lower grade will be boosted to match your final exam score.

What is the main subject of the exam you are preparing for?

The exam is about plant biology.

What processes fall under primary growth in plants?

Involves the elongation of roots and stems.

What is included in secondary growth?

Involves the thickening of stems and roots.

What role do rhizobacteria play in plant health?

They improve nutrient availability and promote plant growth.

What do mycorrhizal fungi do for plants?

They enhance water and nutrient uptake.

Explain the function of xylem.

Transports water and minerals from roots to other parts of the plant.

What is the role of phloem?

Transports sugars produced by photosynthesis throughout the plant.

What happens to plants when stomata are closed?

Water loss is reduced, but gas exchange is limited.

Identify one key external stimulus that affects plant growth.

Light quality.

Which part of the plant is primarily involved in transpiration?

Leaves.

What are the three types of plant tissue?

Dermal, vascular, and ground tissue.

What is one effect of light quality on plant responses?

It influences plant growth direction and flowering.