Experimental Plant Science Quiz 4

Function of the node

The point of attachment of the petiole to the stem.

Definition of internode

The distance between each node.

Function of the axillary bud

It is where the stem continues to branch out from, forming more exposure to sunlight.

Difference between dicots and monocots

Monocots have parallel veins while dicots have netted veins.

Function of lenticel

Gas exchange.

Function of a bud

Will soon turn into a new branching.

Function of a scale scar

A year’s growth.

Function of apical meristems

Primary growth.

Function of leaf primordium

Initiate development of a new leaf.

Function of bud primordium

Underdeveloped stage of a plant bud.

Function of vascular tissue

Transport water and minerals.

Function of parenchyma

Metabolism.

Function of primary xylem

Transports water and nutrients.

Function of primary phloem

Transports glucose.

Function of Sclerenchyma

Mechanical support.

Function of Collenchyma

Gives the plant its shape.

Function of the upper epidermis

Prevents water loss and protection from environment.

Function of lower epidermis

Gas exchange.

Function of Pallisade mesophyll

Photosynthesis.

Function of spongy mesophyll

Gas exchange.

Function of the root cap

Protects the growing tip.

Zone where cells divide

Zone of cell division.

Zone where cells grow

Zone of cell elongation.

Zone where cells are specialized in function

Zone of cell differentiation.

Function of root hairs

Absorb nutrients and water.