Photosynthesis- lesson 2

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Photosynthesis

Lesson 2

Which cell organelle is the hard, outer covering of the plantcell?

1. Vacuole
2. Cytoplasm
3. Cell wall
4. Cell membrane

Roots can:

1. Fix/anchor the plant in the soil.
2. Store food for after winter.
3. Absorb water and minerals.
4. All of the above.

root

stem

flower

leaf

fruit

Fruit

Leaf

Stem

Root

Starch can be stored

Structures of a root

What do the roots do?

• senses where there is water.
• anchor the plant in the ground and provide support.
• The root hairs absorb the water and minerals from the soil.

Structures of a stem

xylem flows up. 

phloem flows up or down. 

What does the stem do?

• The xylem transports water and chemicals up the plant.
• The phloem transports water and chemicals down the plant.
• The stem itself supports the weight of the leaves, flowers & fruits.

off to work 

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