10 Questions
What is the function of the stem in a plant?
To transport water and minerals from roots to leaves
What is the role of nodes in plant stems?
Points of attachment for leaves, aerial roots, and flowers
Where is the axillary bud usually found on a plant stem?
At the base of a leaf and the stem
What type of cells make up the peripheral cortex in a plant stem?
Parenchyma cells
Which cells are primarily responsible for conducting water and nutrients in a plant stem?
Xylem and phloem cells
What is the main function of plant stems?
Store food for the plant
What is the stalk connecting a leaf to the stem called?
Petiole
Which tissue in stems is responsible for conducting water and nutrients?
Vascular tissue
What is the region of the stem between two nodes called?
Internode
Which type of stem can be both herbaceous and woody in nature?
Magnolia tree stem
Learn about the main functions and structures of plant stems, including dermal tissue, vascular tissue, and ground tissue. Explore the differences between primary and secondary growth, annual rings, and examples of modified stems.
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