Abeka 7th Grade Science, Section 2.8 Review

What is the name for the layer of cells that makes it possible for a woody dicot root to grow in diameter?

cambium

Name the inner portion of the root that consists of storage cells?

cortex

In what direction does osmosis occur?

from a solution of higher water content to a solution of lower water content

Which type of tissue carries sugars from the leaves to the stem and roots to be stored?

phloem

What kind of growth occurs at the tip of a root?

primary growth

List the two main kinds of root systems.

taproot system and fibrous root system

What terms is used to describe the evaporation of water from plant leaves?

transpiration

What kind of plant reproduction occurs when a root, stem, or leaf produces a new plant?

vegetative reproduction

Which type of tissue carries water and nutrients from the root hairs to the leaves?

xylem