Specialisation in Plant Cells

Cards (8)

What is the function of a palisade cell?
carries out photosynthesis in a leaf
Give two adaptations of a palisade cell.
lots of chloroplasts, located at the top surface of the leaf
What is the function of a root hair cell?
absorbs minerals and water from the soil
Give two adaptations of a root hair cell.
long projection, lots of mitochondria
What is the function of the xylem? (2)
To transport water & mineral ions from the roots to the stem to the leaves
Supports the plant
What is the adaptation of a xylem?
contains lignin which keeps the structure strong
What is the function of the phloem?
Transports food made by photosynthesis to the rest of the plant
What is an adaptation of a phloem?
They are kept alive by companion cells - contain mitochondria that transfer energy to aid the movement of dissolved food