Plant Anatomy 101
What part of the plant's function is photosynthesis (making food for the plant)?
Leaves
What is the art and science of growing plants?
horticulture
What part of a seed is the baby plant?
embryo
After a seed starts to germinate, what is the first thing to emerge from the seed?
A root
What is the process of leaves making energy from sunlight?
photosynthesis
What is the function of a root?
Absorb water and nutrients, anchor plant in the soil
List one way plants enhance our lives
- food and nutrition
- environmental benefits
- aesthetic and emotion benefits
- economic and social impact
What is the function of a seed coat?
protects the seed
What begins to grow after the roots, stem, and leaves are developed?
flower
What do plants release due to photosynthesis?
oxygen
What part of the plant's function is supporting the plant and transporting nutrients?
Stem
What is olericulture?
growing vegetables
What part of the seed provides food for the embryo?
endosperm
After the roots are developed, what does the stem do?
Works its way to sunlight
What is the form of energy that plant leaves create?
sugar
What is the function of a flower?
reproduction and seed production
Name one skill needed for a career in plant science
- Plant I.D.
- Understanding plant biology
- Soil science
- Pest & disease management
- environmental awareness
What part of a plant is the first to emerge from a seed?
root/radicle
After the root grows, what does the root develop to hold itself in place?
branches
What is the full name for CO2, which is something plants need?
carbon dioxide
What is the function of fruit?
Spreads seeds
What area of horticulture is growing flowers and decorative plants?
Ornamental horticulture
What kind of seeds did we dissect when learning the parts of a seed?
lima bean
What two things does the flower produce to repeat the life cycle?
seeds and pollen
Where do leaves get their green color?
chlorophyll