Parts of a plant
What is one function of the roots?
To anchor the plant or absorb food from the soil
If a plant is very dry, it needs ___________.
water
What is a seed coat?
protects the seed from injury or drying out
When compost is finished it will be: (a) green and smelly (b) brown and crumbly (c) black and slimy
B
What is the function of the leaves?
To make food for the plant
If a plant is in a dark room, it needs_________.
sunlight
What is a cotyledon?
contains stored food for plants growth
What food can be composted?
fruits and vegetables
What is the function of the stem?
to support the plant
What are 4 things plants need?
air, sunlight, water and nutrition
What does germinate mean?
start to grow
What does elasticity mean?
What is the function of the flower?
to make seeds
Who pollinates the flowers?
birds and insects
What is a young plant called?
What does absorbency mean?
ability to take in liquid
Which part of the plant turns into a fruit?
the flower
What would make leaves turn yellow?
not enough sunlight
What is the xylem?
long hollow tubes in celery
what does flexibility mean?
bendy