Science Exam - Spring

Cellulose

Organic compound made of chains of glucose molecules

Cuticle

Waxy, protective layer on leaves, stems, and flowers

Producers

Organisms that make their own food

Vascular tissue

Tubelike cells that move water and nutrients/ grows between xylem and phloem

Conifers

Largest and most diverse division of gymnosperms

Rhizoids

Anchor a nonvascular seedless plant

Fronds

leaves of a fern

Cambium

Layer of tissue that produces newvascular tissues

Xylem

Carries water from the roots to the stems

Phloem

Carries dissolved sugars throughout a plant

Stomata

Small openings in the epidermis that allow gas exchange

Annuals

Reproduce one growing season

Biennials

Complete the life style in 2 growing seasons

Perennials

Live for more than two growing seasons

Bryophytes

Nonvascular seedless plants

What make their own food?

Producers