B2 - What is the structure of a leaf? Flashcards
1
Q
lower epidermis
A
stomata which carbon dioxide diffuses through
2
Q
spongy mesophyll
A
air gaps which allow for diffusion of carbon dioxide to palisade mesophyll
3
Q
palisade mesophyll
A
where most photosynthesis occurs
4
Q
upper epidermis
A
almost transparent allowing sunlight to pass through)
5
Q
What happens when sugar molecules are produced?
A
they’re carried to the rest of plant by phloem
