Define This
The process of light being intercepted to create plant sugars and food for the plant
Photosynthesis
The anchor of the plant. Also absorbs water and nutrients from the soil.
Roots
This part of the plant stores water so it can survive in dry places like deserts.
Stem
Why are some flowers are brightly colored?
Attract pollinators like bees, birds, or butterflies.
Some plants move quickly to trap insects for food.
Venus flytrap
Type of root system that is one large root going down into the soil.
taproot
Transports water and nutrients up from the roots to the other parts of the flower.
Stem
Some plants have these sharp structures to protect themselves from animals.
thorns or spines
Cacti have thick stems and spines instead of leaves.
Why is this important for survival?
To store water and protect from animals
What adaptation do vines have?
Vines climb up structures to reach sunlight.
This green substance in leaves helps plants make their food using sunlight.
chlorophyll
This is the part of the plant where reproduction takes place
Flower
This part of the plant makes food using sunlight, water, and air
leaf
Plants in cold areas have small leaves and thick bark.
Why is this helpful?
To reduce water loss and survive cold.
True or False: Some plants move quickly to catch insects for food.
True
What attracts pollinators so that the plants can make seeds and reproduce?
Flowers
The main location where photosynthesis takes place
leaf
Question: Webbed or wide roots help a plant:
a) Stand firm and get water
b) Make flowers
c) Change color
a) Stand firm and get water
Question True or False: Thick bark or needles help trees survive cold winters.
Answer: True
The plant needs sunlight, water, and _______ to make sugar for the plant to eat.
carbon dioxide
What are webbed roots?
These roots spread out like a web to help a plant take in water and stay firmly in the ground.
What two parts of the plant are used to gather energy and nutrients for the plant
Roots and Leaves
A tree in a forest grows very tall while other plants stay short. How does this help it?
To reach sunlight over other plants
A plant’s roots are very deep, but there hasn’t been rain in weeks. Why might this be helpful?
To reach water far underground
Some seeds have wings or fluff and can float in the wind. Why would this help the plant?
To spread seeds far away to grow in new places.