Structure and Functions of a Plant Leaf – Lecture 5

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Structure and Functions of a Plant Leaf – Lecture 5

Objectives Describe the functions of leaves Differentiate between simple leaves and compound leaves Relate the types of leaves associated with; monocots and dicots plants Explain how the structure of the leaf is adapted to perfom its functions.

Function of the Leaf Photosynthesis Gaseous exchange take in O2 and release CO2 during respiration take in CO2 and release O2 during photosynthesis Water Vapour can be lost from the surface of the leaf in a process known as Transpiration.

General leaf form Petiole Blade Leaves are the main photosynthetic organs of most plants but green stems are also photosynthetic. While leaves vary extensively in form, they generally consist of a flattened blade and a stalk, the petiole, which joins the leaf to a stem node. In the absence of petioles in grasses and many other monocots, the base of the leaf forms a sheath that envelops the stem. Most monocots have parallel major veins that run the length of the blade, while dicot leaves have a multi branched network of major veins. Blade Petiole Copyright © 2002 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Benjamin Cummings

Leaf Arrangement on the Stem Opposite: 2 leaves at a node, on opposite sides of the stem Spiral: 1 leaf per node, with the second leaf being above the first but attached on the opposite side of the stem Whorled: 3 or more leaves at a node

Leaf Arrangement on the Stem Plant taxonomists use leaf shape, spatial arrangement of leaves, and the pattern of veins to help identify and classify plants. A Simple leaves have a single, undivided blade, while compound leaves have several leaflets attached to the petiole. A Compound leaf has a bud where its petiole attaches to the stem, not at the base of the leaflets. Copyright © 2002 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Benjamin Cummings

Venation = arrangement of veins in a leaf Netted-venation = one or a few prominent midveins from which smaller minor veins branch into a meshed network; common to dicots and some nonflowering plants. Pinnately-veined leaves = main vein called midrib with secondary veins branching from it. Palmately-veined leaves = veins radiate out of base of blade (e.g., maple).

Venation = arrangement of veins in a leaf Parallel venation = characteristics of many monocots (e.g., grasses, cereal grains); veins are parallel to one another. Dichotomous venation = no midrib or large veins; rather individual veins have a tendency to fork evenly from the base of the blade to the opposite margin, creating a fan-shaped leaf

Leaves - Comparisons Monocots and dicots differ in the arrangement of veins, the vascular tissue of leaves Most dicots have branch-like veins and palmate leaf shape Monocots have parallel leaf veins and longer, slender blades 10

Photosynthesis Glucose Energy (Stored as starch) (Sun) (Released into air) + CO2 (from air) + H20 (from roots) In chloroplast (chlorophyll)

Structure of the Leaf Transverse section of a leaf

Transverse section of a leaf at cellular level phloem xylem Water-carrying cell Opening for CO2 and O2 and water vapour Leaf vein Transverse section of a leaf at cellular level

Stomata: Functions The stomata are responsible for the interchange of gases for respiration and photosynthesis. The stomata allow for the loss of excess water in the form of water vapour, which also allows for cooling.

Quiz: Label the parts of the leaf Stoma Palisade mesophyll Spongy mesophyll cuticle Upper epidermis Air spaces A B C D E F

Transports water and sugar to stem and roots Conserves water Photosynthesis Transports water and sugar to stem and roots Structures of the Leaf Copyright © 2002 Pearson Education, Inc., publishing as Benjamin Cummings

Structures of the Leaf Cuticle – the outermost layer of both the upper and lower surfaces of the leaf. It is clear and waxy to prevent against water loss. Epidermis – a layer of cells one cell thick that provides protection for the inner tissues. These cells are clear to allow light to reach the photosynthetic tissues. Mesophyll – between the epidermal layers. It contains palisade cells that are tall, tightly packed, and filled with chloroplasts for photosynthesis. It also has spongy cells which are irregularly shaped, have large air spaces between them, and fewer chloroplasts.

Structures of the Leaf Stomates – openings in the surface of the leaf and stems for gas exchange. The lower surface of a leaf usually has more. Water vapor also passes out through these holes. Guard cells – two of these special cells surround each stomate and regulate the opening and closing of the stomate. Veins – contain the vascular tissue that is continuous with that in the stem. Xylem carries water and minerals upward. Phloem carries dissolved food throughout the plant.

Typical Dicot Leaf Cross-Section Cuticle Epidermis Palisade Parenchyma Vascular bundles Guard Cells Spongy Parenchyma Stoma

Typical Monocot Leaf Cross-Section Bundle sheath cell Midvein Vein Epidermis Phloem Xylem Bulliform Cells Stoma

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