Structure of the Leaf (Edexcel GCSE Biology)

• Plant leaves have complex structures with layers of different tissues containing specially adapted cells
• The table below describes the different structures in a leaf and their functions

Leaf Structures Table

Diagram showing the cross-section of a leaf

• The specialised cells in leaves have adaptive features which allow them to carry out a particular function in the plant

Adaptations of Plant Leaves for Photosynthesis Table