Question

Draw a well-labelled diagram of the internal structure of the leaf.

Answer 1

The internal structure of the leaf:

1. The leaf helps in photosynthesis.
2. The internal structure of the leaf consists of different layers.
3. These layers are the epidermis, cuticle, palisade layer, vascular bundle, spongy mesophyll, etc.
4. The epidermis is the outer layer of the leaf.
5. The cuticle is the waxy layer above the epidermis.
6. It is formed by the epidermis to prevent water loss from the leaf.
7. The Palisade layer is the tightly packed cells present beneath the epidermis.
8. Chlorophyll is present in this layer.
9. Vascular bundles are xylem and phloem.
10. Spongy mesophyll cells are irregularly arranged cells.
11. It is present below the palisade layer.