Biology 9700 · AS & A Level · Structure of transport tissues

Structure of transport tissues — practice question

(a)[3]

Explain why transport systems are needed in plants.

(b)

Fig. 3.1 shows a transverse section of part of the stem of a dicotyledonous plant. Cell A and cell B take part in the transport of dissolved organic molecules.

(b(i))[1]

Name cell A and cell B.

(b(ii))[5]

With reference to Fig. 3.1, explain how the different structures of cell types A and B are related to their function.

(c)[4]

Complete Table 3.1 by stating four differences between transport systems in mammals and in plants.

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