The Structure of Plant Cells Name: Karam Jumaa
and Their Role in Grade:9D
Photosynthesis Teacher: Mahmoud
Rawajbeh
Introduction:
• The Structure of Plant Cells and Their Role in Photosynthesis
is the topic for today’s presentation, this presentation will
shed light on the structure of plant cell and how does it affect
photosynthesis. Moreover, it will discuss the scientific
concepts and real-world impact.
• The palisade mesophyll plant cell includes organelles such as
chloroplast, large vacuole, cell wall, etc. All of them involves
in the process of photosynthesis.
• The study of this topic is essential as it widens the study of
plant cell structure and the environmental impacts.
• All bodies mentioned are found in the plant leaf, plant leaf
is the main site of manufacturing food for a plant as
palisade mesophyll cells(contain chloroplast) are rarely
found in other parts of a plant. Also the leaf is the first part
where the sun ray contacts with the plant.
• Plant leaves have Large surface area which jjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjjj
maximizes sunlight absorption.
• Chloroplast is the most crucial body in the process of
photosynthesis as it includes chlorophyll, it is the pigment
that makes the chloroplast and the leaf green in color, also
it rests inside thylakoid lumen.
• chlorophyll is pivotal as the main functions of it is
capturing light energy and converting it into chemical
energy.
How plants affect the global Carbon Cycle
and the real-world impacts:
• plants move carbon from the atmosphere into the biosphere using
the process of photosynthesis which involves the intake of C.
• This process assists all living organisms and earth, but when
plants die C breaks out from plants.
• So the plants impact can be limited under human use of C
producers, or even negative under certain conditions
• Animals that eat plants digest the sugar molecules to get energy
for their bodies. Respiration, excretion, and decomposition release
the carbon back into the atmosphere or soil, continuing the cycle.
How understanding plant cell structure is key
to improve crop yields
• Cell structure plays a key role in improving crop yields, that’s
because of the new integrative approaches( genetic
engineering and breeding).
• Genetic engineering: modifying genes associated with
chloroplast function has been shown to enhance photosynthetic
efficiency, leading to higher biofuel production.
• Breeding: breeding programs focusing on cell wall formation
have resulted in crops with increased resistance to busting
which prevents yield loss.
How understanding plant cell structure
is key to developing sustainable farming
practices
• Studying the organelles inside the palisade mesophyll cell
is essential for developing farming practices as:
• By studying chloroplasts, scientists can improve
photosynthetic efficiency, allowing plants to convert more
sunlight into energy.
• The vacuole stores water and nutrients, helping plants
survive dry conditions.
• Understanding cell wall composition allows scientists to
develop crops with natural resistance to pests
• By studying root cell function, researchers can enhance
nutrient uptake efficiency, reducing the need for chemical
Conclusion:
• All in all, The structure of plant cells, particularly the palisade mesophyll
cells of the leaf, is vital for photosynthesis.
• Key organelles like chloroplasts (which have chlorophyll), large vacuoles, and
cell walls work together in the task of absorbing light and converting it into
chemical energy.
• Leaves, with their greater surface area, are the hub of activity for this.
• Understanding plant cell structure has important uses:
1. it helps to raise crop yields through genetic engineering and breeding
2. supports sustainable agriculture by making plants more resistant
to drought and less reliant on chemicals
3. offers renewable energy in the form of biofuel.
• Overall, photosynthesis supports food security, climate stability, and scientific
advancement in the future.
Solutions:
• Genetic engineering can enhance chloroplast efficiency to boost
photosynthesis and crop yields.
• Selective breeding can develop crops with stronger cell walls and
greater resistance to pests and environmental stress.
• Improving vacuole function can help plants survive drought
conditions, reducing water usage.
• Studying root cell function can lead to more efficient nutrient
uptake, lowering the need for chemical fertilizers. Additionally,
promoting the use of biofuels derived from photosynthetically
efficient plants offers a renewable alternative to fossil fuels,
Thanks for listening
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