Gas Exchange In Plants Flashcards
(5 cards)
1
Q
What is found on the lower side of the leaf?
A
The stomata
2
Q
What is the stoma?
A
The gap that is formed between the 2 guard cells
3
Q
What is the site of gas exchange?
A
The stoma
4
Q
Where does co2 diffuse in?
A
The spongy mesophyll- then up to the palisade mesophyll
5
Q
What occurs in the palisade mesophyll?
A
Photosynthesis- closest to the surface- more direct sunlight
