Basics of Plants

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What is the main function of the roots in a plant?

The main function of roots is to anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

What process do plants use to make their own food?

Plants make their own food through a process called photosynthesis.

What part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?

The leaves are primarily responsible for photosynthesis.

What do we call the green pigment found in plants' leaves?

The green pigment is called chlorophyll.

What is the term for plants that lose their leaves annually?

Plants that lose their leaves annually are called deciduous plants.

What do plants release into the air as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

Plants release oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

What structures inside the plant cell perform photosynthesis?

Chloroplasts inside the plant cell perform photosynthesis.

What is the purpose of the stem in a plant?

The stem supports the plant and transports nutrients and water between the roots and leaves.

How do cacti adapt to dry environments?

Cacti have thick stems to store water and spines to reduce water loss.

What is transpiration in plants?

Transpiration is the process of water movement through a plant and its evaporation from aerial parts, like leaves.

What are the two main types of roots?

The two main types of roots are taproots and fibrous roots.

What part of the plant develops into seeds?

The ovules develop into seeds inside a plant's ovary.

What is pollination?

Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the male parts of a flower to the female parts.

How do plants reproduce?

Plants can reproduce sexually through seeds and asexually through methods like runners or cuttings.

What role do flowers play in a plant's life cycle?

Flowers are the reproductive structures that produce seeds for the plant.