Leaf structure

Question 1

What is the function of the Upper epidermis

Answer 1

protects the leaf from water loss,
acts as a barrier against pathogens,
allows sunlight to penetrate for photosynthesis

Question 2

What is the function of the lower epidermis

Answer 2

facilitate gas exchange, while also protecting the plant

Question 3

What is the function of the palisade mesophyll cells

Answer 3

Photosynthesis

Question 4

What is the function of the spongy mesophyll cells

Answer 4

Facilitate gas exchange

Question 5

What is the function of the guard cells

Answer 5

Regulate gas exchange and water balance
Controls the opening and closing of stomata

Question 6

What is the function of the stomata

Answer 6

Gas exchange
Water regulation in plants

Question 7

Function of the xylem

Answer 7

Transport water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant

Question 8

Function of the Phloem

Answer 8

Transport food, primarily sugars (like sucrose) and amino acids to the rest of the plant

Question 9

What is the vascular bundle

Answer 9

A part of the transport system which contains xylem and phloem