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Which of the following is the primary function of roots in plants?
Which of the following is the primary function of roots in plants?
- Producing flowers
- Reproduction
- Absorption of water and minerals (correct)
- Photosynthesis
Tap roots are commonly found in herbs.
Tap roots are commonly found in herbs.
False (B)
What type of leaf venation is typically associated with plants that have fibrous roots?
What type of leaf venation is typically associated with plants that have fibrous roots?
Parallel venation
The _______ provides structural support to the plant and aids in the transportation of water, minerals, and food.
The _______ provides structural support to the plant and aids in the transportation of water, minerals, and food.
What is the primary function of a flower in a plant?
What is the primary function of a flower in a plant?
Leaves and branches originate from the root of a plant.
Leaves and branches originate from the root of a plant.
Which of the following best describes the relationship between leaf venation and the type of root system in plants?
Which of the following best describes the relationship between leaf venation and the type of root system in plants?
Name the two main types of root systems found in plants.
Name the two main types of root systems found in plants.
The flower is composed of four primary parts: the sepals, the petals, the male _______, and the female style.
The flower is composed of four primary parts: the sepals, the petals, the male _______, and the female style.
The stem's primary function is to conduct photosynthesis.
The stem's primary function is to conduct photosynthesis.
Match the plant part with its primary function:
Match the plant part with its primary function:
If a plant has leaves with parallel venation, which type of root system is it most likely to have?
If a plant has leaves with parallel venation, which type of root system is it most likely to have?
Fibrous roots are typical in large trees.
Fibrous roots are typical in large trees.
What are the roles of sepals and petals in a flower?
What are the roles of sepals and petals in a flower?
The leaves and branches of a plant typically originate from its ______.
The leaves and branches of a plant typically originate from its ______.
Which part of the flower is responsible for attracting pollinators?
Which part of the flower is responsible for attracting pollinators?
All parts of a flower have the same function.
All parts of a flower have the same function.
Describe the key difference between a tap root and a fibrous root system.
Describe the key difference between a tap root and a fibrous root system.
Plants with _______ roots typically have reticulate venation in their leaves.
Plants with _______ roots typically have reticulate venation in their leaves.
What is the role of the stem in a plant’s survival?
What is the role of the stem in a plant’s survival?
Flashcards
Root
Root
The part of the plant typically underground, providing stability and absorbing water and minerals.
Tap Root
Tap Root
A main root that grows vertically downward with smaller lateral roots branching off.
Fibrous Root
Fibrous Root
A root system characterized by many thin roots of roughly equal size.
Leaf Venation
Leaf Venation
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Parallel Venation
Parallel Venation
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Reticulate Venation
Reticulate Venation
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Stem
Stem
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Flower
Flower
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Sepals
Sepals
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Petals
Petals
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Study Notes
- The root is the part of the plant located under the soil.
- Roots functions include providing stability and absorbing water and minerals.
Types of Roots
- There are two main types of roots: tap root and fibrous root.
- Tap roots are typically found in large trees and shrubs.
- Fibrous roots are commonly found in herbs.
Relation Between Leaves and Roots
- Leaf venation and root type are related in plants.
- Plants with fibrous roots tend to have parallel venation in their leaves.
- Plants with tap roots usually leaves with reticulate venation.
Stem
- The stem is the main structural part of the plant.
- It provides structural support.
- It aids in the transportation of water, minerals, and food throughout the plant.
- Leaves and branches grow from the stem.
Flower
- A flower is the reproductive part of a flowering plant.
- Its primary function is reproduction.
- Different parts of a flower have different reproductive functions.
Flower Parts
- Sepals, petals, male stigma, and female style make up the four main parts of a flower.
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