Plant Life Cycles
What type of plant may die back during the winter months and then return from their rootstock?
Perennials
What's a tap root?
Root system with one thick main root
How many cotyledons does a monocot have?
One
What's a direct source?
The plant or plant products are used by
humans
What is the chemical process of converting sunlight
into energy and food for the plant?
Photosynthesis
What are Perennials?
Plants that produce for more than two years or growing seasons.
Xylem and Phloem
How many cotyledons does a dicot have?
Two
What is an indirect source?
Humans use the animal and animal
products that feed on plants and plant products
Define cotyledon
An embryonic leaf which become the seed leaf
What are Annuals?
Plants the complete their life cycle in one year or one season.
What is the purpose of xylem?
To transport water and minerals from the roots
What are the leaf vein characteristics of a monocot?
Parallel leaf veins
Beef is an example of which source?
Indirect
How are plants named?
Hint: Binomial Nomenclature (two name system)
The first name is the genus. The second name is the species.
What are Biennials?
What purpose do petals serve?
Attract insects and birds for pollination
What are the leaf characteristics of a dicot?
Netlike or branching leaf veins
Why would beef be considered an indirect source?
Because the animal feeds off plants and plant products
Gymnosperm means what in Greek?
Naked Seed
What are the two classes of perennials?
Herbaceous and Woody
What is the stamen?
The male part of the flower
Which type has flower parts in multiples of three?
Monocots
Would cotton be considered a direct or indirect source?
Direct
Angiosperm means what in Greek?
Covered Seed or Enclosed Seed