Specialised Plant Cells Flashcards
1
Q
What is the structure of palisade cells?
A
- cellulose cell wall
- cell surface membrane
- chloroplasts
- cytoplasm
- vacuole
2
Q
What is the function of palisade cells?
A
- help to absorb a large amount of sunlight and undergo photosynthesis process effectively.
3
Q
What is the structure of a guard cell?
A
- stomata
- thick outer and inner walls
4
Q
What is the function of a guard cell?
A
- loses water and becomes less swollen as a result of osmotic forces
- changes shape to prevent further water loss from the cell
5
Q
What is the structure of a root hair cell?
A
- vacoule
- thin cellulose cell wall
- nucleus
- cell membrane
6
Q
What is the function of a root hair cell?
A
- long extensions called root hairs which increase the surface area of the cell
- maximises the uptake of water and minerals of the cell.
