Plant Structure and Function

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What is the main function of roots in a plant?
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Roots anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
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What part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?
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Leaves are responsible for photosynthesis in a plant.
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What is the function of a plant’s stem?
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The stem supports the plant and transports water and nutrients between the roots and leaves.
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What does a plant’s xylem do?
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Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.
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What is the function of the phloem in plants?
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Phloem transports sugars and nutrients produced during photosynthesis from the leaves to other parts of the plant.
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What structure contains the reproductive organs in flowering plants?
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The flower contains the reproductive organs in flowering plants.
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What is the role of pollen in plant reproduction?
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Pollen contains the male gametes necessary for fertilizing ova in plant reproduction.
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What part of a flower becomes the fruit?
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The ovary of a flower becomes the fruit after fertilization.
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What is the main purpose of fruit for a plant?
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Fruit protects seeds and aids in their dispersal.
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What pigment gives leaves their green color and is vital for photosynthesis?
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Chlorophyll gives leaves their green color and is vital for photosynthesis.
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What process allows water vapor to exit a plant through small openings?
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Transpiration allows water vapor to exit a plant through small openings called stomata.
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What is the function of guard cells in a plant leaf?
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Guard cells open and close the stomata to regulate gas exchange and water loss.
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How do plants typically get their energy?
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Plants get their energy through photosynthesis, using sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into sugars.
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What is the sticky part of a flower's pistil?
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The stigma is the sticky part of a flower's pistil that captures pollen.
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What are the male reproductive parts of a flower?
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The stamen, which consists of the anther and filament, are the male reproductive parts of a flower.
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