What are the three major plant tissue systems?
Ground, vascular, and dermal tissue
What is the role of ground tissue?
Photosynthesis, storage, support, and secretion
What is the role of vascular tissue?
Transport of water, minerals, and photosynthates (xylem & phloem)
What is the role of dermal tissue?
Outer protective covering; prevents water loss, protects against pathogens, enables gas exchange