Parts of a Plant
What part of the plant attracts pollinators?
Flowers
What type of soil holds onto water the most?
Clay
Name the 5 things a plant needs
Sunlight, Air, Water, Space, Soil
What is the first step in the plant life cycle?
Germination
What part of the plant transports food and water throughout the plant?
Stem
Which type of soil holds onto water the least?
Sand
What are the three most essential needs of a plant?
What do you call the step in the plant life cycle immediately after germination?
Seedling
What part(s) of the plant provide support?
Stem & Roots
Which type of soil is best for most seeds?
Humus
What is the process called where plants make their own food?
Photosynthesis
What happens when a seedlings' needs are met?
The seedling will grow in to an adult plant
What part of the plant collects sunlight to make food for the plant?
Leaves
Describe the texture of all soil types (sand, clay, & humus)
Sand: grainy, light, dry, largest particles
Clay: sticky when wet, smallest particles
Humus: light, made from decayed organic matter
What needs to happen for a plant to produce viable seeds or fruit?
The flower has to be pollinated.
List the plant life cycle in order:
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
1. Seed
2. Germination
3. Seedling
4. Adult Plant
5. Adult Plant makes fruit / new seeds (plants reproduce)
Where on a plant can you find the stigma and pistil?
Flower
Which two nutrients does clay soil contain?
Calcium & Iron
What is the scientific name for the product of photosynthesis?
Glucose
Name a food you can eat for each part of the plant:
- leaves
- roots
- fruit
- stem
- flower
- seeds
Leaves: lettuce, spinach
Roots: carrots, beets, turnips, radishes, potatoes
Fruit: peaches, apples, pears, tomatoes, etc.
Stem: Celery, asparagus, spring onion
Flower: broccoli, cauliflower
Seeds: corn, peas