Biology 0610 · IGCSE · Leaf structure

Leaf structure — practice question

Fig. 6.1 shows a diagram of a spongy mesophyll cell. The structures labelled J, K and L are marked on it. The chloroplast is also labelled on the diagram.
(a(i))[1]

State which organ contains spongy mesophyll cells.

(a(ii))[3]

State the names of structures J, K and L shown in Fig. 6.1.

(a(iii))[1]

Describe one role of the nucleus.

(a(iv))[1]

Draw an M on Fig. 6.1 to show the position where mitochondria are found.

(a(v))[1]

State the role of mitochondria.

(b)[3]

Explain in what ways the spongy mesophyll tissue is adapted for photosynthesis.

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