Tree Biology
What percent of trees are considered "alive"?
1%
What word refers to a scientist who studies trees?
Arborist
What colors can leaves turn in the fall?
orange yellow red brown
What are the three primary colors?
Red Yellow Blue
Who is Speak for the Trees' Executive Director and Co-Founder ?
David
What are three functions of leaves?
Make food for the plant/tree
Provide shade not just for us but other parts of the plant/tree
Crucial to identify species of trees
What is the most common street tree in boston?
Honey Locust
DAILY DOUBLE
Define Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide to create oxygen and energy
Where is Josh from ?
Pittsburg
Who is known for Irish Step Dancing within the TUTC Staff?
Eva
What is the function of the root hair?
How roots drink
North America has many native trees, but we have a similar climate and share many species with what other continent ?
What is East Asia or Asia
What is the main function of the root?
Gives water and nutrients to the plant/tree
Which team leader has never been on a roller coaster
Jamila
Whose username on email is "Duck Duck"
Brian
DAILY DOUBLE
What is the drip line?
Edge of the tree canopy, where the roots need the most support !
A tree that keeps its leaves year round...
What is a coniferous tree
What are the different leaf types?
Broad Leaf or Needle Like
Simple or Compound (sometimes fan shaped)
How many years does it for a tree to become carbon neutral
7 years
What are the 5 layers of tree trunks?
Outer Bark, Inner Bark, Cambium, Sapwood, Heartwood
A tree that loses its leaves in autumn...
What is a deciduous tree
What are the 6 parts of leaf anatomy?
-Tip -Midrib -Margin -Vein -Lamina -Petiole
What are two of the many steps to make syrup from sap?
Make sure it’s the right season
Determine when to tap
Add the spile
Collect sap
Boil it down
Finish and store
What is the Symbol on An's hat?
Rainbow