leaf structure
- Created by: darceykeay
- Created on: 01-05-18 13:43
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- leaf structure
- palisade layer
- densly packed
- lots of chlorophyllmaximise light absorption
- spongy layer
- lots of air spaces to allow gas exchange
- stoma
- gases diffuse in and out of here
- cuticle
- transparent to allow light through
- vascular bundle
- removes sucrose
- brings water and materials
- upper/lower epidermis
- allows light through
- guard cells
- open + close the stomata
- to allow gas exchange and water loss
- open + close the stomata
- palisade layer
- prevents water loss
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