Plant Tissues Flashcards
(24 cards)
What is the primary function of meristematic tissue in plants?
To provide new cells for growth and repair.
True or False: Meristematic tissue is found in both primary and secondary growth.
True
What is the main function of simple tissues in plants?
To provide support and protection.
Fill in the blank: Complex tissues are made up of _____ different types of cells.
Two
What are the two types of complex tissues found in plants?
Xylem and phloem
True or False: Xylem tissues transport water and minerals upward from roots to leaves.
True
What is the primary function of phloem tissues in plants?
To transport sugars and other organic compounds throughout the plant.
Fill in the blank: The epidermis is a type of _____ tissue in plants.
Protective
What is the main function of the epidermis in plants?
To protect the plant from water loss and external damage.
True or False: Collenchyma cells provide flexible support to growing parts of the plant.
True
What is the primary function of sclerenchyma cells in plants?
To provide rigid support and protection.
Fill in the blank: Parenchyma cells are responsible for _____ in plants.
Storage and photosynthesis
What is the main function of the endodermis in plants?
To regulate the movement of water and minerals into the vascular cylinder.
True or False: Cork cambium is responsible for producing new cork cells in woody plants.
True
What is the primary function of cork cells in plants?
To provide protection and prevent water loss.
Fill in the blank: Vascular cambium is responsible for producing new _____ and secondary xylem.
Secondary phloem
What is the main function of vascular cambium in plants?
To produce new vascular tissue for growth and repair.
True or False: Companion cells are responsible for maintaining the health and function of sieve tube elements in phloem tissues.
True
Fill in the blank: Sieve tube elements are responsible for transporting _____ in the phloem.
Sugars
What is the primary function of tracheids in xylem tissues?
To transport water and provide structural support.
True or False: Vessel elements in xylem tissues are shorter and wider than tracheids.
True
Fill in the blank: Xylem vessels are made up of connected _____ cells.
Vessel
What is the main function of fibers in xylem tissues?
To provide mechanical support and strength.
True or False: Xylem fibers are living cells that conduct water and minerals in plants.
False
