Plant science - Lesson four

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Difference between fibrous and taproot root systems
- Taproots: composed of a primary root and many lateral roots - Fibrous roots: much finer than tap roots

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Difference between fibrous and taproot root systems
- Taproots: composed of a primary root and many lateral roots - Fibrous roots: much finer than tap roots
What are the four different root regions
- Root cap - Cell division - Cell elongation - Maturation
Be able to recognize examples of stolon and runner stems.
Be able to describe stomata; where they are located and what their purpose is for plants
Be able to describe the differences between primary and secondary growth in stems.
Be able to describe the difference between heartwood and sapwood.
Be able to identify the parts of a leaf, such as the blade and petiole.