Flower Parts
What is the main purpose of a flower?
To help the plant reproduce.
Which flower part produces pollen?
Anther
What is the transfer of pollen to a stigma called?
Pollination
Name one animal that helps pollinate flowers.
Bees, Butterflies, birds and other pollinators
What is Mrs. Keaton's favorite animal?
Highland Cow
What is the male reproductive part of a flower called?
Stamen
Which part supports the anther?
Filaments
What is the joining of male and female reproductive cells called?
Fertalization
Why are pollinators important to farmers?
They help many crops produce fruits and seeds.
How old is Mrs. Keaton?
29...... forever
What is the female reproductive part of a flower called?
Pistil
Which part receives pollen?
Stigma
What can an ovule develop into after fertilization?
A seed
Name one crop that produces flowers.
Squash, apple, tomato, cucumber, or another flowering crop.
How are her kids names?
Connor and Noa
What are the two parts of a stamen?
Anther and filament.
Which structure connects the stigma to the ovary?
Style
What does the ovary often develop into after fertilization?
A Fruit
What might happen to squash production if very few bees visit the flowers?
Squash production may decrease because of reduced pollination.
What is Mrs.Keaton's Middle name?
She doesn't have one!!
What are the three main parts of the pistil?
Stigma, style, and ovary.
Which structure contains the ovules?
Ovary
Why must you carefully cut open the flower's ovary during the dissection?
To observe the ovules inside, which can develop into seeds after fertilization.
Name two ways a farmer can help protect pollinators.
Plant pollinator-friendly flowers, protect habitat, or reduce harmful pesticide exposure.
What is Mrs. Keaton's real last name?
Carter