The Structure of a Corn Plant
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What is the primary function of the corn leaf?

  • Supports the weight of the plant
  • Anchors the plant to the ground
  • Houses the kernels
  • Collects sunlight for the plant (correct)
  • Where on the corn plant does pollination occur?

  • At the roots
  • At the base of the stalk
  • On the cob
  • On the silks of the ear (correct)
  • What part of the corn plant develops into kernels after fertilization?

  • Ear (correct)
  • Silk
  • Tassel
  • Cob
  • What is the role of prop roots in a corn plant?

    <p>Supports the tall corn plant against the wind</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many leaves can a typical corn plant have?

    <p>Around twenty</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which part of the corn plant is primarily responsible for releasing pollen?

    <p>Tassel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the cob of a corn plant?

    <p>A cylinder that contains rows of ovules</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What type of plant is maize, often referred to as corn?

    <p>A herbaceous plant</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    Overview of Corn (Maize)

    • Native to North America, first cultivated in ancient Mexico.
    • Adaptable to various climates, leading to widespread cultivation across the continent.
    • Developed into numerous varieties for diverse uses, including food, medicine, and fuel.

    Growth and Physical Characteristics

    • Reaches heights of up to ten feet with roughly twenty leaves.
    • Grows from a single, straight stalk supported by a shallow root system.

    Plant Anatomy

    • Female Organ (Ear): Located on the stalk, typically near the middle; contains the cob with ovules.
    • Male Organ (Tassel): Found at the top of the plant after leaf growth; consists of branches releasing pollen.

    Pollination Process

    • Corn silk, a hairlike structure from each ovule, grows approximately one inch daily and emerges from the husk.
    • Pollen from the tassel falls on silks, initiating fertilization where male pollen cells grow down the silk to fertilize female ovules.

    Kernels and Reproductive Output

    • After fertilization, ovules develop into kernels, with each ear capable of growing 500 to 1,000 kernels.
    • Ear dimensions can reach three inches in diameter and eight inches in length.

    Corn Plant Parts and Functions

    • Leaf: Captures sunlight for photosynthesis.
    • Stalk: Provides structural support to the plant.
    • Roots: Secure the plant in soil and absorb water/nutrients.
    • Tassel: Releases the necessary pollen for fertilization.
    • Ear: Site for the fertilization process and kernel production.
    • Silk: Facilitates the transfer of pollen to each developing kernel.
    • Prop Roots: Offer additional support to the tall structure, helping resist wind.

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    Explore the fascinating structure and cultivation history of the corn plant, or maize, native to North America. Learn how its adaptability has allowed it to thrive in various climates and how humans have shaped its varieties over centuries. This quiz will test your knowledge on corn's significance in agriculture and culture.

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