Plant tissues

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where is the waxy cuticle in a leaf?
the protective layer on top of the leaf
what is the function of the waxy cuticle?
prevents water evaporating
upper epidermis adaptations? 
thin and transparent to allow light to enter the palisade mesophyll
where is the palisade mesophyll found?
in the upper layer of the leaf
what does the palisade mesophyll look like?
column shaped cells
what is the function of the palisade mesophyll?
to perform photosynthesis
where is the spongy mesophyll found?
in the lower layer of the lead
what is the function of the spongy mesophyll?
allow diffusion (mainly of CO2) and increase surface area to volume ratio
what is the function of xylem?
transport water in the leaf and minerals
what is the function of phloem?
transports sucrose and amino acids
what is a tissue?
a group of cells with a similar structure and function
what is the function of the guard cells?
absorb and lose water to open and close the stomata
what is the function of the stomata?
where gas exchange takes place
transpiration