Plant Cells & Functions Flashcards
1
Q
What is the function of the cell wall?
A
Gives shape and support to the cell
2
Q
What is the function of the vacuole?
A
It stores water and mineral salts in the cell sap
3
Q
What is the function of chloroplast?
A
It contains a green pigment called chlorophyll which is needed to carry out photosynthesis
4
Q
Root hair cells
A
Shape of the cell is extended to increase the surface area in contact with the soil to allow more water and minerals to be taken in
5
Q
Leaf cells
A
Contain chloroplast which traps sunlight and allows photosynthesis to work
6
Q
Water carrying cells (xylem)
A
They sit on top of each other to carry water in plants and the cells run in tubes from the roots and into the veins of the leaf. This forms a very effective transport system
