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What is the main function of lignin in plants?
What is the main function of lignin in plants?
- Facilitate mineral absorption
- Increase photosynthetic ability
- Enable gaseous exchange
- Provide a waterproof barrier (correct)
In which plant group is lignin NOT found?
In which plant group is lignin NOT found?
- Bryophytes
- Lycophytes
- Chlorophytes (correct)
- Red algae
Which plant structures evolved twice independently according to the text?
Which plant structures evolved twice independently according to the text?
- Vascular tissue (correct)
- Roots
- Flowers
- Leaves
What is the purpose of microphylls and megaphylls in plants?
What is the purpose of microphylls and megaphylls in plants?
How do plants ensure the transportation of water and nutrients to the right place as they grow bigger?
How do plants ensure the transportation of water and nutrients to the right place as they grow bigger?
What is the role of phloem in plants?
What is the role of phloem in plants?
What specialized structure allows for the movement of water in plants?
What specialized structure allows for the movement of water in plants?
Why do bryophytes lack vascular tissues?
Why do bryophytes lack vascular tissues?
Which phase is dominant in bryophytes' life cycle?
Which phase is dominant in bryophytes' life cycle?
What process characterizes the haplontic life cycle of bryophytes?
What process characterizes the haplontic life cycle of bryophytes?
What is the primary function of rhizoids in bryophytes?
What is the primary function of rhizoids in bryophytes?
What are guard cells responsible for in plants?
What are guard cells responsible for in plants?
What is the main function of phloem in a plant?
What is the main function of phloem in a plant?
How do phloem and xylem differ in function?
How do phloem and xylem differ in function?
What is the role of phloem in a plant's growth?
What is the role of phloem in a plant's growth?
Why are mycorrhizal fungi important for plants?
Why are mycorrhizal fungi important for plants?
How do root hairs contribute to a plant's growth?
How do root hairs contribute to a plant's growth?
What differentiates phloem from xylem in terms of their function?
What differentiates phloem from xylem in terms of their function?
