What two parts make up the stamen?
What part absorbs water and nutrients from soil?
Roots
What are 2 conditions needed for germination?
Favorable temperature, moisture, air, light
What is an example of a career in the plant science industry?
Agronomist, landscaper, florist, farmer, viticulturist, etc.
Shelter, clothing, shade, cooling, reduce erosion, wildlife habitat, etc.
The stigma, style and ovary are all part of the what?
Pistil
What part attracts pollinators?
Flowers
What type of plants have parallel veins and fibrous root systems?
Maintain sporting grounds such as golf courses, football fields, etc.
Athletic Turf Manager
What is an example of an emotional benefit of plants?
Beauty (from landscapes, etc.), hobby (woodworking, gardening, etc.), relaxing effect, show how you feel
What part protects the early stages of the flower?
Sepal
What part is a major producer of food for plant through photosynthesis?
Leaves
Where are the fruit and seeds formed?
Pistil
They work to secure and protect natural resources, patrol parks, manage wildlife
Conservation officer/park ranger
What is an economic benefit of plants?
Tax revenue, job opportunities
What is the pretty part that attracts pollinators?
Petals
What are 2 main jobs of the roots?
Anchor the plant, absorb nutrients from soil, food storage area
What do you call a plant with 2 cotyledons?
Dicot
Career that assists farmers in producing crops by: scouting fields, testing soil, determining nutrient needs, and pest management.
Agronomist
What is an example of a biological benefit of plants?
Convert CO2 to oxygen, food source, health and beauty products
What part produces pollen?
Stamen
What are 2 main jobs of the stems?
Supports leaves and flowers, transport food/nutrients to all parts of the plant, site of some photosynthesis, food storage area
What is germination?
Beginning of plant growth as seen by the sprouting of a seed
What is a viticulturist?
Someone who grows grapes to produce wine
What category of plant benefits is providing health care and beauty products?
Biological benefits