Chapter 35 Flashcards
1
Q
Botony
A
the study of plants
2
Q
Root system functions
A
absorption, anchor
3
Q
Taproot
A
main root with smaller roots coming out
4
Q
Mycorrhizae
A
symbiotic fungi that grow on plant roots to absorb nutrients (Nitrogen)
5
Q
Shoot function
A
support, trandport
6
Q
terminal/apical bud
A
the very top of the stem
7
Q
Rhizomes
A
horizontal below ground stems
8
Q
bulbs
A
has a shorter stem with storage leaves
9
Q
stolons
A
horizontal above ground stems
10
Q
tubers
A
an underground storage stem (potatoes)
11
Q
Parts of a leaf
A
blade, petiole
12
Q
venation
A
the pattern of the veiuns
13
Q
marigen
A
outside edge of leaf
14
Q
Dermal tissue
A
prevents dehydration, the outermost layer of the cells that forms a protective covering
15
Q
cuticle
A
a waxy covering on the leaf
