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Vegetative growth allows plants to increase in ______ and biomass
Vegetative growth allows plants to increase in ______ and biomass
size
Primary growth occurs at the ______ of stems and roots, increasing plant height and depth
Primary growth occurs at the ______ of stems and roots, increasing plant height and depth
tips
______ growth occurs in woody plants, increasing stem and root diameter
______ growth occurs in woody plants, increasing stem and root diameter
Secondary
Hormones regulate ______ division and differentiation, promoting growth and development
Hormones regulate ______ division and differentiation, promoting growth and development
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Auxins promote ______ elongation and differentiation
Auxins promote ______ elongation and differentiation
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Light affects ______, promoting stem elongation towards light sources
Light affects ______, promoting stem elongation towards light sources
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The process by which plants produce flowers, which contains the ______ organs
The process by which plants produce flowers, which contains the ______ organs
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The transfer of ______ from the anther to the stigma is known as pollination
The transfer of ______ from the anther to the stigma is known as pollination
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Fruits are formed from the ______ wall and contain seeds
Fruits are formed from the ______ wall and contain seeds
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_______ propagation is the process by which plants produce new individuals from vegetative parts
_______ propagation is the process by which plants produce new individuals from vegetative parts
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Asexual reproduction is the production of new individuals from vegetative parts without the involvement of ______
Asexual reproduction is the production of new individuals from vegetative parts without the involvement of ______
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_______ growth occurs in woody plants, increasing stem and root diameter, but this type of growth is different from the one mentioned
_______ growth occurs in woody plants, increasing stem and root diameter, but this type of growth is different from the one mentioned
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Study Notes
Plant Growth and Reproduction
Vegetative Growth
- Allows plants to increase in size and biomass
- Occurs through the production of new cells in meristematic regions (apical and lateral)
- Types of vegetative growth:
- Primary growth: occurs at the tips of stems and roots, increases plant height and depth
- Secondary growth: occurs in woody plants, increases stem and root diameter
Cell Division and Differentiation
- Cell division: occurs in meristematic regions, resulting in new cells
- Cell differentiation: new cells mature and specialize into different cell types (e.g., xylem, phloem, epidermis)
- Hormones regulate cell division and differentiation, promoting growth and development
Hormonal Regulation
- Plant hormones (e.g., auxins, gibberellins, cytokinins, ethylene) regulate growth and development
- Auxins (e.g., IAA) promote cell elongation and differentiation
- Gibberellins promote stem elongation and seed germination
- Cytokinins promote cell division and differentiation
- Ethylene promotes fruit ripening and senescence
Environmental Factors
- Light: affects phototropism, promoting stem elongation towards light sources
- Temperature: affects growth rate, with optimal temperatures varying among plant species
- Water: essential for growth, with drought limiting growth and reproduction
- Nutrients: essential macronutrients (e.g., N, P, K) and micronutrients (e.g., Fe, Zn) support growth and development
Plant Growth and Reproduction
Vegetative Growth
- Plants increase in size and biomass through vegetative growth
- New cells are produced in meristematic regions, which include apical and lateral regions
- Two types of vegetative growth:
- Primary growth: occurs at stem and root tips, increasing plant height and depth
- Secondary growth: occurs in woody plants, increasing stem and root diameter
Cell Division and Differentiation
- Cell division occurs in meristematic regions, resulting in new cells
- New cells mature and specialize into different cell types, such as xylem, phloem, and epidermis
- Hormones regulate cell division and differentiation to promote growth and development
Hormonal Regulation
- Plant hormones regulate growth and development, including:
- Auxins (e.g., IAA): promote cell elongation and differentiation
- Gibberellins: promote stem elongation and seed germination
- Cytokinins: promote cell division and differentiation
- Ethylene: promotes fruit ripening and senescence
Environmental Factors
- Light affects plant growth, promoting:
- Phototropism: stem elongation towards light sources
- Temperature affects growth rate, with optimal temperatures varying among plant species
- Water is essential for growth, with drought limiting growth and reproduction
- Nutrients are essential for growth and development, including:
- Macronutrients: N, P, K
- Micronutrients: Fe, Zn
Plant Reproduction
Flowering
- Flowers contain reproductive organs and are composed of four main parts: sepals, petals, stamens, and carpels.
- Sepals protect the flower bud, while petals attract pollinators.
- Stamens produce pollen, which contains male reproductive cells.
- Carpels contain ovules, which contain female reproductive cells.
Pollination
- Pollination is the transfer of pollen from the anther to the stigma, allowing fertilization to occur.
- There are two main types of pollination: self-pollination (within the same flower or plant) and cross-pollination (between different flowers or plants).
- Pollinators include insects (bees, butterflies, moths), animals (birds, bats), and wind.
Fruit Formation
- Fruit formation occurs when the ovary of a flower develops into a fruit, which contains seeds.
- Fruits are formed from the ovary wall and can be classified as simple fruits (e.g., bananas), aggregate fruits (e.g., raspberries), or composite fruits (e.g., pineapples).
Vegetative Propagation
- Vegetative propagation is the process by which plants produce new individuals from vegetative parts (leaves, stems, roots).
- Methods of vegetative propagation include leaf cuttings, stem cuttings, root division, and layering.
Growth and Asexual Reproduction
- Growth refers to the increase in size and complexity of a plant.
- Asexual reproduction is the production of new individuals from vegetative parts without the involvement of gametes (sex cells).
- Types of asexual reproduction include the formation of rhizomes (e.g., ginger, potatoes), tubers (e.g., potatoes), bulbs (e.g., onions, garlic), and runners (e.g., strawberries).
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Explore the process of plant growth and reproduction, including vegetative growth, cell division, and differentiation.
