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11 Cards in this Set
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Hormone |
Signaling molecules that are produced at one site and exert their effects on distant target cells (long distance) |
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Define adventitious root |
Structures that are produced on the surfaces of stems of both monocots and Eudicots. Roots that develop at the bases of stems cuttings |
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Define apical based polarity |
Root of the plant shoots upwards |
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What is the purpose of the vascular system? |
It's used to transport water and water soluble nutrients, and responsible for transporting sugar,proteins,and other materials to plants |
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What 2 cells are responsible for primary growth? |
RAMS AND SAMS |
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Which is the dominant generation in angiosperm? |
Sporophyte (spore producing. Embryos and seedings) |
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Which generation is diploid? Which is haploid? |
Sporophyte is diploid, gametophyte is haploid |
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Define auxiliary bud |
Bear a SAM at their tips and can produce leafy branches (flowers) |
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Define internode |
Region of stems between adjacent nodes |
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Define node |
Stem region where one or more leaves emerge |
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Define terminal bud |
Primary growing point located at the tip of the stem |
