Parts of a Plant
Which part of the plant grows underground and drinks up water from the soil?
the roots
What three main things do most plants need to survive?
sunlight, water, and nutrients
Which vegetable grows underground and is famous for being a rabbits favorite snack?
carrots
What creature lives in garden soil and helps break down old plant leaves into dirt?
earthworms
What acts like a giant straw, carrying water and nutrients from the roots up to the rest of the plant?
the stem
What gas do plant leaves "breathe in" to help make their own food?
carbon dioxide
True or False: Tomatoes and cucumbers are scientifically fruits.
True
What insect collects pollen from flowers to make sweet honey?
Honeybees
Which colorful part of the plant attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators?
the flower or petals
What is the process called when a plant uses sunlight, water, and air to make its own food?
photosynthesis
What famous yellow fruit grows upside down in giant bunches on large plants?
bananas
What is the tallest type of plant on Earth?
a tree (specifically a redwood tree)
Which part of the plant catches sunlight to help make food?
the leaves
Do seeds need sunlight while they are hidden deep under the soil to start sprouting?
Which giant yellow flower turns its "head" throughout the day to follow the sun across the sky?
True or False: A cactus can store water inside its stem so it can survive in dry deserts.
True