Article discussing the structure, function, and efficiency of stomata, the apertures on plants' leaves that regulate gas and water vapor exchange during photosynthesis. (Published: August 3, 2010)

A comprehensive delve into the many facets of photosynthesis. Text is supplemented with effective pictures and graphs. Review questions can be found at the end of the site.

Provides a simple definition and description of photosynthesis in plants and explains why photosynthesis is so vital for all living organisms.

Describes stomata and their functions in photosynthesis, transpiration, and regulation of water retention and loss by plants.

This resource describes three different types of photosynthesis that take place in plants and the plant characteristics and environmental conditions that determine which type takes place.

Use site from Suzy's world, which is a personal site from Suzy Cato, in order to learn how plants and trees "eat." Content includes fun facts and great experiment.

This is a good explanation of plant water balance issues and carbon fixing cycles. Transpiration processes are explained well with links to additional information.

Discusses major aspects of leaf structure and function. Contains examples of modifications of leaf structure and function.