Leaf Veins: Vascular tissue in leaves, arranged in a net-like network (reticulate vennation) in dicots, and running parallel (parallel vennation) to each other in monocots.

 

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Leaf Veins: Vascular tissue in leaves, arranged in a net-like network (reticulate vennation) in dicots, and running parallel (parallel vennation) to each other in monocots.

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Root-Leaf-Vascular System Axis: Refers to the arrangement in vascular plants in which the roots anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients, the leaves carry out photosynthesis, and the vascular system connects the roo . . . View Full Definition

Simple Leaf: A leaf in which the blade does not form leaflets.

Veins: Thin-walled vessels that carry blood to the heart. Units of the circulatory system that carry blood to the heart.

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Leaf Shutter: See between the lens shutter.

Compound Leaf: A leaf in which the blade forms small leaflets. Compound leaves that have several small leaflets originating from a central axis are termed pinnately compound; example: rose. Compound leaves . . . View Full Definition

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Leaf: Plant structure which is the primary location for photosynthesis. Long slender leaves are often referred to as needles.