Biology: Plant Tissue Systems

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What is the primary characteristic to distinguish between a monocot stem and a dicot stem in a transverse section?

The arrangement of vascular bundles in the stem. In monocots, vascular bundles are scattered and conjoint, whereas in dicots, they are arranged in a ring pattern.

What is the significance of sclerenchymatous bundle sheaths in plant anatomy?

Sclerenchymatous bundle sheaths provide mechanical support and protection to the vascular bundles.

What is the function of phloem parenchyma in plant anatomy?

Phloem parenchyma stores food and helps in the transport of sugars and other organic compounds.

What is the stomatal apparatus, and what is its function?

<p>The stomatal apparatus is a structure consisting of a stomata and surrounding guard cells, which helps in gas exchange and transpiration.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What are the three basic tissue systems in flowering plants?

<p>Dermal tissue system, ground tissue system, and vascular tissue system.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of the study of plant anatomy in everyday life?

<p>The study of plant anatomy helps in understanding plant growth, development, and responses to environmental factors, which has practical applications in agriculture, forestry, and ecology.</p> Signup and view all the answers

Describe the internal structure of a dorsiventral leaf.

<p>A dorsiventral leaf has a distinct upper epidermis, mesophyll tissue, and lower epidermis, with chloroplasts present in the mesophyll tissue.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of the dermal tissue system in flowering plants?

<p>The dermal tissue system provides protection and helps in the regulation of water loss and gas exchange.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the significance of vascular bundles in plant anatomy?

<p>Vascular bundles are responsible for the transport of water, minerals, and organic compounds throughout the plant.</p> Signup and view all the answers

What is the characteristic feature of a monocot stem in a transverse section?

<p>The presence of scattered and conjoint vascular bundles surrounded by sclerenchymatous bundle sheaths.</p> Signup and view all the answers

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