Plant Stuff!

5. This outer layer protects the plant from damage and water loss.
7. Main structure where photosynthesis takes place.
8. This tissue contains actively dividing cells that help the plant grow.
10. This waxy layer helps prevent water loss from the plant.
11. This tissue carries sugar/food made during photosynthesis to different parts of the plant.
14. This green pigment absorbs light energy from the sun.
15. This tissue helps some plants grow thicker stems and roots.

1. cells These cells open and close the stomata
2. These tiny openings in leaves allow gases to move in and out
3. Supports the plant and transports water, minerals, and sugars.
4. These bundles contain xylem and phloem.
6. This tissue carries water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.
9. This leaf tissue contains many chloroplasts and is a main site of photosynthesis.
12. This organelle contains chlorophyll and captures sunlight for photosynthesis.
13. This plant structure abbsorbs water and minerals from the soil.