Photosynthesis
What is the name of the green pigment in plant leaves that captures sunlight for photosynthesis?
Chlorophyll
Which plant structure moves water and nutrients up to the leaves?
Stem
Which of the following is NOT a pollinator?
A. Bee
B. Wind
C. Bird
D. Rock
D. Rock
Which part of a flower holds the seeds after pollination?
A. Stem
B. Petal
C. Fruit
D. Root
C. Fruit
True or False: Plants are producers because they make their own food.
True
Photosynthesis takes place mostly in which part of a plant?
Leaf
What part of a plant takes in water and nutrients from the soil?
Roots
Why are flowers colorful and sometimes have a scent?
To attract pollinators
What do flowers need from other flowers to make seeds?
Pollen
What kind of energy does a plant trap from the sun?
Light energy
Which three things does a plant need to carry out photosynthesis?
Water, carbon dioxide, and sunlight
What is the main job of the leaf?
To make food for the plant through photosynthesis
The transfer of pollen from one flower to another to help make seeds is called this
pollination
What is the main purpose of a flower on a plant?
To help the plant reproduce by making seeds
What happens to a plant if it doesn't get enough sunlight?
It can't carry out photosynthesis and may not grow properly.
What energy source powers photosynthesis?
Sunlight
Which part of the plant contains chlorophyll?
Leaves
Name three ways pollination can happen.
Wind, Water, Animals
What is the male part of a flower that makes and holds the pollen?
Stamen
What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?
Carbon dioxide
What does photosynthesis produce that animals need to survive?
Oxygen
Why are stems important to a plant’s survival?
They transport water and nutrients and help support the plant
True or False: All plants use flowers to reproduce.
False
What is the female part of the flower where seeds grow after pollination?
Pistil
Why do seeds need to travel away from the parent plant?
So they don’t compete for sunlight, water, and nutrients.