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What is the main purpose of the epidermis in plant stems?
What is the main purpose of the epidermis in plant stems?
Which type of cell is responsible for conduction of water in plant stems?
Which type of cell is responsible for conduction of water in plant stems?
What is the function of collenchyma cells in plant stems?
What is the function of collenchyma cells in plant stems?
Which type of cell is responsible for transport of food in plant stems?
Which type of cell is responsible for transport of food in plant stems?
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What is the main function of parenchyma cells in plant stems?
What is the main function of parenchyma cells in plant stems?
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Which group of tissue cells in a plant organ helps in the growth of the organism?
Which group of tissue cells in a plant organ helps in the growth of the organism?
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Study Notes
Plant Stem Structure and Functions
- The main purpose of the epidermis in plant stems is to provide a protective layer and regulate water loss.
- Tracheids are responsible for conduction of water in plant stems.
- Collenchyma cells provide mechanical support, flexibility, and tensile strength to plant stems.
- Phloem cells are responsible for transport of food in plant stems.
- The main function of parenchyma cells in plant stems is to store food, water, and other substances.
- The meristematic tissue group in a plant organ helps in the growth of the organism.
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Explore the study of stem tissues under the microscope and compare the observations with a provided figure. Answer questions related to the types of cells, their structure, and reasons for the diversity of cell types in sunflower stems.
