The openings on the surfaces of plant leaves through which gases move into and out of are known as
A)chloroplasts.
B)chlorophyll.
C)guard cells.
D)stomata.

Question

Quizplus · Accepted Answer

The term "stomata" refers to the small pores or openings found on the surfaces of plant leaves, primarily on the underside. These openings allow gases such as carbon dioxide and oxygen to move in and out of the leaf for processes such as photosynthesis and respiration. Choice A, chloroplasts, are the organelles within plant cells where photosynthesis takes place. Choice B, chlorophyll, is the green pigment within chloroplasts that is responsible for absorbing light energy for photosynthesis. Choice C, guard cells, are specialized cells that surround the stomata and control their opening and closing.

The Openings on the Surfaces of Plant Leaves Through Which