Identify basic common structures of plants

While individual plant species are unique, all share a common structure: a plant body consisting of stems, roots, and leaves. They all transport water, minerals, and sugars produced through photosynthesis through the plant body in a similar manner. All plant species also respond to environmental factors, such as light, gravity, competition, temperature, and predation.

What You’ll Learn to Do

• Discuss features of plant cells
• Identify the different tissue types and organ systems in plants
• Describe the main function and basic structure of stems
• Identify the structure and function of a typical leaf
• Identify the two types of root systems

Learning Activities

The learning activities for this section include the following:

• Plant Cells
• Plant Tissues and Organs
• Stems
• Leaves
• Roots
• Self Check: Plant Structures