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Sites of rapid cell division in the shoot tips, root tips, and cambium correct answer Meristems
Meristems located at the end of the shoots are called primary, or ____________ meristems. correct
answer Apical
The tendency for terminal buds to inhibit the growth of lateral buds is called __________ __________.
correct answer Apical Dominance
The "food factories" of trees correct answer Leaves
The process of __________ combines carbon dioxide and water in a reaction driven by light to produce
sugars. __________ is also a product of this reaction. correct answer Photosynthesis
Oxygen
The green color of leaves is created by the presence of __________ , which is necessary for
photosynthesis to take place. correct answer Chlorophyll
__________ is the loss of water vapor from leaves. correct answer Transpiration
The opening and closing of __________ allow for gas exchange, and transpiration is controlled by the
__________ __________ correct answer Stomata
Guard cells
Water and dissolved essential minerals are transported within the tree in the __________. The
__________ conducts carbohydrates. correct answer Xylem
Phloem
The __________ is a layer of meristematic cells located between the phloem and the xylem. correct
answer Cambium