Plant Physiology Quiz 2 (5 MCQs)

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1. Trees that form wide vessels early in the season and narrower vessels later in the season are called

Correct Answer: C) Ring porous.

2. The area of the leaf stalk that enables leaf drop and protects the stem from dessication and pathogen entry.

Correct Answer: C) Abscission zone.

3. This conductive tissue is composed of tracheids, fibers and parenchyma cells in gymnosperms

Correct Answer: A) Xylem.

4. These provide a large surface area for absorbing sunlight & CO2. They also facilitate gas exchange.

Correct Answer: C) Leaf blades.

5. These trees have only one apical meristem:

Correct Answer: D) Palms.