Plant Anatomy

2. part of the leaf epidermis that contains the waxy cuticle and protects from water loss
6. part of the plant where photosynthesis occurs
8. sticky structure on top of the style that collects pollen
9. brightly colored to attract pollinators
11. tissue that carries water from the roots to the leaves for photosynthesis
14. part of the plant responsible for providing support and transporting food, water, nutrients
16. part of the root that increases surface area for maximum water absorption
17. part of the plant responsible for absorbing water and nutrients from the soil

1. outer layer that protects the unopened flower
3. pore found in the epidermis of leaves where CO2 enters plants and O2 is released
4. protects the growing root tips
5. produces the male gametes (pollen)
7. transports pollen from the stigma to the ovary
10. part of the lead epidermis that contains the stomata
12. produces the female gamete (eggs)
13. tissue that carries sugar from the leaves to other parts of the plant
15. part of the root where most new cells are created