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Cambridge IGCSE Biology practice

What is one reason most leaves have a large surface area?

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What is one reason most leaves have a large surface area?.

  1. A.To reduce water loss
  2. B.To capture more sunlight
  3. C.To store food
  4. D.To protect the plant

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Leaf Structure

Most leaves have a large surface area and are thin in structure. These features help the leaf carry out photosynthesis efficiently.

  1. a

    State one way in which a large surface area helps photosynthesis.

    Aim for approximately 1 distinct marking point.

    [1]
  2. b

    Explain why a thin leaf structure is an advantage for photosynthesis.

    Aim for approximately 2 distinct marking points.

    [2]