Plant Terms
completes entire life cycle in two growing seasons
biennial
Has two seed leaves when it emerges from the soil
dicot
What is the main purpose of the leaves?
To produce food
Define Forestry
management of wood
The chemical process that converts water & carbon dioxide to glucose, sugar, and oxygen.
photosynthesis
requires three or more growing seasons
perennial
Has only one seed leaf when it emerges from the soil
monocot
Name 2 functions of the Stem
Support the plant & Transport food, water, and nutrients into the plant
Define Horticulture
production of crops on a small scale with many inputs
Name 2 things plants provide that make them important
clean the air
beautify surroundings
provide food
clothing
shelter
a plant that completes entire life cycle in a single growing season.
Annual
Example of a monocot plant
corn
Name the 3 functions of Roots
Anchor plants in the soil
Absorb water & other minerals
Store food for the plant
Define Agronomy
production of crops in fields
A flower that is missing one or more part is defined as what?
An Incomplete Flower
Define "Plant Life Cycle"
Length of time it takes a plant to complete life from germination to death.
Example of a dicot plant
soybean
What are the two types of roots?
Fibrous & Tap
Define pest management
methods to prevent, monitor, and control pest populations
A flower that has both male & female organs within the same flower is defined as what?
A Complete Flower