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What is the function of cotyledons in a seed?
What is the function of cotyledons in a seed?
- To absorb water and nutrients
- To anchor the plant in the ground
- To protect the seed from external elements
- To provide food for the embryo until it germinates (correct)
What is the main function of the seed coat?
What is the main function of the seed coat?
- To facilitate seed dispersal by wind
- To provide nutrients for the seed
- To protect the embryo inside the seed (correct)
- To aid in the process of photosynthesis
What are the two main types of roots?
What are the two main types of roots?
- Tap root and fibrous roots (correct)
- Storage roots and contractile roots
- Adventitious roots and absorptive roots
- Aerial roots and prop roots
What is the function of xylem in a plant stem?
What is the function of xylem in a plant stem?
Where does most of the photosynthesis happen in a plant?
Where does most of the photosynthesis happen in a plant?
Flashcards
Cotyledon function
Cotyledon function
Provides food for the embryo until germination.
Seed coat function
Seed coat function
Protects the embryo inside the seed.
Types of roots
Types of roots
Tap root and fibrous roots.
Xylem function
Xylem function
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Photosynthesis location
Photosynthesis location
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Tap roots
Tap roots
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Fibrous roots
Fibrous roots
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Seed embryo
Seed embryo
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Photosynthesis
Photosynthesis
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Germination
Germination
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Study Notes
Seed Structure
- Cotyledons are the seed leaves that provide nutrients to the developing seedling
- The seed coat protects the seed from drying out and provides a barrier against pathogens and insects
Root Types
- There are two main types of roots: taproots and fibrous roots
- Taproots have a single main root that grows downward, while fibrous roots have multiple small roots that spread outward
Plant Stem Functions
- Xylem tissue in the plant stem is responsible for transporting water and minerals from the roots to the leaves
Photosynthesis
- Most photosynthesis occurs in the chloroplasts of mesophyll cells, typically located in the leaves
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Test your knowledge of seeds and their anatomy with this quiz. Learn about the parts of a seed such as the embryo, cotyledons, and seed coat, and understand the process of seed germination.
