plant transport Flashcards
(10 cards)
1
Q
mesophyte
A
plants that have evolved in adequate water supply
2
Q
xerophyte
A
plants that have evolved where water is scarce
3
Q
hydrophyte
A
plants that have evolved traits that allow them to live in open water
4
Q
do mesophytes contain air spaces
A
yes - allows diffusion of gases
5
Q
do mesophytes have rolled leaves
A
no
6
Q
do mesophytes have sclerenchyma fibres
A
yes
7
Q
do mesophytes have a waxy cuticle on the upper or lower surface
A
upper surface to minimise water loss
8
Q
where do mesophytes have stomata
A
lower surface to minimise water loss
9
Q
where do xerophytes have stomata
A
upper surface ( sunken to reduce water potential gradient )
10
Q
A
