Biology (MindTap Course List)
11th Edition
ISBN: 9781337392938
Author: Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher: Cengage Learning
expand_more
expand_more
format_list_bulleted
Concept explainers
Question
Chapter 33.1, Problem 1LO
Summary Introduction
To discuss: The functions of various parts of the vascular plant body, including the nutrient and water absorbing root system and the photosynthesizing shoot system.
Introduction: Plants are non-motile living beings that are capable of producing their own food by utilizing the sunlight and carbon dioxide. The flowering plants and other vascular plants consist of a plant body that are usually organized into a root system and shoot system.
Expert Solution & Answer
Want to see the full answer?
Check out a sample textbook solution
Students have asked these similar questions
State the functions of each of the following to the plant:
1）leaves
2)stem
3)root
Describe a modified structure and function of the following plant organs:
Leaf -
Stem -
Root -
Identify three major functions of roots.
Describe two types of specialized stems. What is each type of stem specialized for?
Discuss the main parts of an angiosperm leaf.
Predict how the stem of a desert plant might be specialized for its environment.
Contrast a taproot system with a fibrous root system.
Relate leaf variation to environmental variation.
Chapter 33 Solutions
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Ch. 33.1 - Prob. 1LOCh. 33.1 - Prob. 2LOCh. 33.1 - Describe the structure and functions of the...Ch. 33.1 - Describe the structure and functions of the dermal...Ch. 33.1 - Prob. 1CCh. 33.1 - Prob. 2CCh. 33.1 - How do parenchyma, collenchyma, and sclerenchyma...Ch. 33.1 - Prob. 4CCh. 33.1 - How are epidermis and periderm alike? How are they...Ch. 33.2 - Prob. 5LO
Ch. 33.2 - Prob. 6LOCh. 33.2 - Prob. 7LOCh. 33.2 - Prob. 1CCh. 33.2 - Prob. 2CCh. 33.2 - Prob. 3CCh. 33.3 - Distinguish between cell division and cell...Ch. 33.3 - Describe the relationship between cell...Ch. 33.3 - Explain why the model organism Arabidopsis is so...Ch. 33.3 - Which process typically occurs first, cell...Ch. 33.3 - Prob. 2CCh. 33.3 - What is the relationship between pattern formation...Ch. 33.3 - Why is Arabidopsis such a useful model organism...Ch. 33 - Prob. 1TYUCh. 33 - The cell walls of parenchyma cells (a) contain...Ch. 33 - Which tissue system provides a covering for the...Ch. 33 - The two simple tissues that are specialized for...Ch. 33 - Prob. 5TYUCh. 33 - Prob. 6TYUCh. 33 - Prob. 7TYUCh. 33 - Prob. 8TYUCh. 33 - Prob. 9TYUCh. 33 - Cell differentiation occurs through...Ch. 33 - The monopteros mutant (a) lacks a primary root (b)...Ch. 33 - Prob. 12TYUCh. 33 - VISUALIZE Sketch a roughly cuboidal cell preparing...Ch. 33 - Prob. 14TYUCh. 33 - A couple carved a heart with their initials into a...Ch. 33 - Prob. 16TYUCh. 33 - EVOLUTION LINK Flowering plants have both...Ch. 33 - SCIENCE, TECHNOLOGY, AND SOCIETY Why is knowledge...
Knowledge Booster
Learn more about
Need a deep-dive on the concept behind this application? Look no further. Learn more about this topic, biology and related others by exploring similar questions and additional content below.Similar questions
- Plant Physiology Define or describe and give 2 functions of the plant tissue: Meristemarrow_forward6) Match the tissue on the left with the description of the function it generally performs for the plant on the right: a) phloem flexible support, such as in petioles and herbaceous stems. b) xylem forms an outer barrier for leaves, young stems and roots. c) collenchyma conducts water and dissolved nutrients from the roots to other plant tissues. support of vascular tissue in older woody plants and formation of very hard plant structures such as nut shells. d) periderm e) parenchyma metabolism and storage. f) sclerenchyma conducts molecules produced by the plant throughout the plant body. g) epidermis provides physical protection for woody plants. AP ACMIarrow_forwardPlant Physiology Define or describe and give 2 functions of the plant tissue: Lateral Meristemarrow_forward
- Contrast the branching of roots and shoots.arrow_forwardObserve the root system of a plant with root nodules. If you don’t have these plants at home or at your backyard, you may look up for their pictures in any references. Draw the root system and describe the nodules by noting the location, nature of attachment, shape, and their relative sizes.arrow_forwardDescribe and discuss the concepts of plant growth, development, reproduction, and the basic physiological processes in plants; and what are the scientific explanation on plant growth, development, and reproduction.arrow_forward
- Discuss the adaptations that have enabled flowering plants to overcome the following problems associated with life on land.* The absence of an aquatic environment for reproduction.* The absence of an aquatic environment to support the plant body.* Dehydration of the plant.arrow_forwardDescribe the unique features of the following specialized roots in plants. What benefit do plants derive from this type of specialized roots: Pneumatophores Velamen Haustoriaarrow_forwardExplain how roots and shoots lengthen.arrow_forward
- Describe the advantages of some root specializations.arrow_forwardExamine the shoot system of a mature plant (Coleus blumei). Identify the shoot tip, nodes, internodes, leaves, and axillary buds. Each unit of stem that consists of a leaf, axillary bud and internode is referred to as a phytomere. Note that axillary buds always occur above a leaf. Axillary buds give rise to branch shoots. Thus, branching in a shoot system is exogenous (of external origin). How does this compare to branching in a root system?arrow_forwardWhich of the following is NOT a function of the stem in a plant? Which of the following is NOT a function of the stem in a plant? A) absorb water B) store nutrients C) produce new plant cells D) support flowers and leavesarrow_forward
arrow_back_ios
arrow_forward_ios
Recommended textbooks for you
Biology (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781337392938Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. BergPublisher:Cengage Learning
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)BiologyISBN:9781305389892Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillanPublisher:Cengage Learning
Biology (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781337392938
Author:Eldra Solomon, Charles Martin, Diana W. Martin, Linda R. Berg
Publisher:Cengage Learning
Biology: The Dynamic Science (MindTap Course List)
Biology
ISBN:9781305389892
Author:Peter J. Russell, Paul E. Hertz, Beverly McMillan
Publisher:Cengage Learning