Careers
What is a botanist?
A scientist who studies plants and their ecosystems.
What skill is used to identify different plant species?
Plant identification.
What part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?
Leaves.
What is the outer covering of a seed called?
Seed coat.
What is germination?
The process by which a seed develops into a new plant.
Name a career that involves growing plants for food.
Farmer or horticulturist.
Which skill involves measuring the growth of plants?
Data collection and analysis.
What is the function of roots?
To absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
What part of the seed provides energy for the developing plant?
Cotyledon.
What conditions are necessary for germination?
Water, warmth, and root support.
What does a landscape architect do?
They design outdoor spaces, including gardens and parks.
What is the skill of grafting?
Joining two plant parts together to grow as one.
Name the part of the plant that produces and holds up flowers.
Stems.
What is the embryo in a seed?
The young plant that will grow when the seed germinates.
What happens to a seed during the germination process?
The seed absorbs water and begins to sprout.
Describe the role of a Floriculturist
They cultivate and manage the growing of flowering plants.
Why is teamwork important in plant science projects?
It encourages collaboration and diverse ideas.
What is the role of the flower in a plant?
To reproduce and attract pollinators.
Why are seeds important for plant reproduction?
They contain the genetic material for the next generation.
Why is light important after germination?
It helps the plant begin photosynthesis.
What is the primary responsibility of a forester?
To manage and protect forested areas.
What skill is necessary for conducting experiments in plant science?
Scientific method.
What is the function of the fruit?
Sometimes edible and spreads seeds.
What does the term "endosperm" refer to in a seed?
The tissue that provides nutrition/food to the developing embryo.
Why is light important after germination?
It helps the plant begin photosynthesis.