Leaf
Leaf: Overview
This topic covers concepts, such as, Leaf, Parts of Leaf, Pitcher Leaf & Bladder Leaf etc.
Important Questions on Leaf

How will you describe the texture of a leaf?

Which among the following plants have leaves with leathery texture?

The process of transpiration takes place from which part of the leaf?

The leaves of the grasses have dentate margins.

How will you describe the texture of a leathery leaf?


Leaf lamina helps in the process of photosynthesis.

Draw a diagram of leaf showing different parts of a leaf lamina.

What type of leaf margin is found in grasses?

The leaf that has a wavy margin is called _____.

In a sessile leaf, the base of leaf lamina is attached to the petiole.

Draw a diagram of a leaf and label the following parts.
(i) Petiole
(ii) Base of leaf lamina

Label the parts X and Y in the given image.



Leaf base is present above the petiole.

Observe the given image and name the parts labelled as X, Y and Z.


Explain the modification of leaf bladder.
