Phloem Flashcards

(4 cards)

1
Q

What are sieve tube cells?

A

Sieve thbe cells
Are long thin phloem cells that have large pores through the cell walls at both ends of the

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What are the perforated cell walls referred to as In a sieve tube cell?

A

A sieve plate

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3
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Function of the companion cells?

A

Produce atp Toto assist loading and unloading of sugars into the sieve tube cells

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4
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What are the two things that happen to glucose after it has been produced

A

It is converted into
Starch for storage
Or sucrose for distribution across the plant

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