Spongy Mesophyll

Loosely arranged leaf cells facilitating gas exchange and photosynthesis.

Key Functions:

• Facilitates gas exchange.
• Supports photosynthesis.
• Stores water and nutrients.

Interacting Systems & Components:

• Leaf Mesophyll (part of)
• Stomatal Complex (gas exchange with)
• Photosynthesis (contributes to)
• Palisade Mesophyll (adjacent to)