Support
What structure(s) helps a plant stay upright?
Stem and roots
What do plants need to grow?
Water and sunlight
What does the vascular system do?
Carries water and nutrients
What is needed for photosynthesis?
water, sunlight, carbon dioxide
What do plants need to stay alive?
What is one function of the roots?
Answer 1: Anchor the plant
Answer 2: Suck up water for the plant from the soil
How do needle-shaped leaves help a plant?
They lose less water
What is a vascular system comparable to?
Think about something humans use daily
Roads and highways
Where does photosynthesis take place in a plant?
Leaves
What is the role of sunlight for plants?
It helps them grow
Why do some plants need support from cages?
To provide the support for them to grow taller.
What is a main job of the stem?
To transport nutrients
How does a plant use its vascular system?
To transport water
What is the main product of photosynthesis?
Oxygen
Which of these is NOT a basic need of plants?
A. Food
B. Water
C. Air
D. Shelter
D. Shelter
What part of the plant is responsible for taking in water from the soil?
The roots
How can you tell if a plant is healthy?
It has vibrant green leaves
What would happen to a plant without a vascular system?
It would not survive
How does a lack of sunlight affect a plant?
It cannot make food
How do nutrients help plants?
How does a plant’s structure help it survive in its environment?
A. It absorbs sunlight
B. It attracts insects
C. It holds up leaves
D. All of the above
D. All of the Above
Why might a plant's growth be stunted?
Answer 1: Lack of sunlight
Answer 2: Too much water
Answer 3: Poor soil
Explain how the vascular system is like roads.
It transports nutrients like roads transport cars.
Describe how leaves help in photosynthesis.
What happens if a plant does not get enough water?