Lesson 8: The Leaf Flashcards
1
Q
cross section diagram of leaf
A
draw it
2
Q
what is this (diagram of leaf)
A
cross section of a leaf
3
Q
What is the Function of a leaf?
A
All leaves are highly adapted to carry out photosynthesis.
4
Q
Waxy layer
A
Reduces the amount of water evaporating.
5
Q
Palisade layer
A
Palisade layer
Contains cells packed with chloroplasts. Main site of photosynthesis.
6
Q
Spongy layer
A
Spongy layer
Contains air spaces allowing carbon dioxide to diffuse into the leaf. Oxygen diffuses out of the leaf.
7
Q
Guard Cells
A
Guard Cells
Open and close stomata.
8
Q
stomata
A
Allows gases to diffuse into and out of the leaf.
9
Q
Chloroplasts
A
Chloroplasts
Site of photosynthesis. Contains green pigment chlorophyll
