Experimental Plant Science Quiz 4

What is the function of the node?

The point of attachment of the petiole to the stem

Define the internode.

The distance between each node

What is the function of the axillary bud?

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

What is the difference between dicots and monocots?

Monocots have parallel veins while dicots have netted veins

What is the function of lenticel?

Gas exchange

What is the function of a bud?

Will soon turn into a new branching

What is the function of a scale scar?

A years growth 

What is the function of apical meristems?

Primary growth

What is the function of leaf primordium?

Initiate development of a new leaf

What is the function of bud primordium?

Underdeveloped stage of a plant bud

What is the function of vascular tissue?

Transport water and minerals

What is the function of parenchyma?

Metabolism

What is the function of primary xylem?

Transports water and nutrients

What is the function of primary phloem?

Transports glucose

What is the function of Sclerenchyma?

Mechanical support

What is the function of Collenchyma?
Gives the plant its shape

What is the function of the upper epidermis?

Prevents water loss and protection from environment

What is the function of lower epidermis?

Gas exchange

What is the function of Pallisade mesophyll?

Photosynthesis

What is the function of spongy mesophyll?

Gas exchange 

What is the function of the root cap?

Protects the growing tip

What zone do cells divide?

Zone of cell division

What zone do cells grow?

Zone of cell elongation

Where are cells specialized in function?

Zone of cell differentiation

What is the function of root hairs?

Absorb nutrients and water