Across
- 1. A protective layer of cells covering the tip of the root to shield it as it pushes through the soil.
- 3. Microscopic pores on the underside of the leaf that open and close to allow gas exchange.
- 6. The space or distance on the stem between two consecutive nodes.
- 7. A hard, rigid, bark-covered stem that survives cold winters.
- 9. Vascular tissue that transports water and dissolved minerals upward from the roots to the leaves.
- 11. The outermost protective layer of cells on roots, stems, and leaves.
- 13. Tiny, microscopic extensions of root epidermal cells that drastically increase surface area for water absorption.
- 17. Vascular tissue that transports sugars and food downward from the leaves to the rest of the plant.
- 18. The jelly-like fluid that fills the cell and suspends the organelles.
- 19. The green pigment inside chloroplasts that traps light energy.
- 20. The top sack of the stamen that produces and contains pollen grains.
- 22. The broad, flat main portion of a leaf where the majority of photosynthesis occurs.
- 23. The swollen base of the pistil containing ovules; turns into the fruit after fertilization.
- 24. A pair of specialized crescent-shaped cells that control the opening and closing of the stomata.
- 26. The specific point on a stem where leaves, buds, or branches originate.
- 27. The complete female reproductive organ of a flower, consisting of the stigma, style, and ovary.
- 29. The sticky top surface of the pistil that catches incoming pollen grains.
- 30. A layer of actively dividing cells responsible for the secondary lateral growth of woody stems.
- 33. The primary storage tissue in the root located between the epidermis and the vascular system.
- 34. The complete male reproductive organ of a flower, consisting of the anther and filament.
- 35. The middle tissue layers of a leaf packed with chloroplasts where active photosynthesis happens.
- 37. The semi-permeable membrane inside the cell wall; controls what enters and exits the cell.
Down
- 2. The process by which water vapor evaporates out of a plant's leaves through the stomata.
- 4. A massive storage sac inside the cell that holds water and nutrients; maintains turgor pressure to keep the plant upright.
- 5. The leaf-like structures at the base of a flower that protect the budding flower before it opens.
- 8. A highly branched, shallow mat of roots with no single main root.
- 10. The slender stalk that supports and holds up the anther.
- 12. The brightly colored structures of a flower designed to attract pollinators.
- 14. The elongated tube connecting the stigma down to the ovary.
- 15. The rigid outer layer of a plant cell made of cellulose; provides structural support and protection.
- 16. The control center of the cell that houses the plant's DNA.
- 21. A soft, green, flexible stem that typically dies back to the ground in winter.
- 25. The internal water pressure against the cell wall that prevents the plant from wilting.
- 28. A root system featuring one main, deep primary root with smaller lateral roots branching off.
- 30. The organelle where photosynthesis takes place; contains chlorophyll to absorb sunlight.
- 31. The small stalk that attaches the leaf blade to the main stem.
- 32. A waxy, waterproof coating on the leaf surface that prevents excessive water loss.
- 36. The structure inside the ovary that develops into a seed after successful pollination.