B2.5 plant organisation Flashcards
1
Q
why do phloems contain lots of mitochondria?
A
(not passive) to open and close sieve tubes
2
Q
why do phloems move glucose down the plant?
A
it will be needed for seeds and active transport
3
Q
why do xylems contain dead cells?
A
(Lignin) because it does not need energy(its passive)
4
Q
what’s the function of the xylem
A
transports water and minerals from roots to leaves
5
Q
what is the function of the phloem?
A
it moves sucrose and amino acids up and down the plant(translocation)
