Carnivorous plants, pitcher plant and sundew.txt

Question:Where are sundews often found, and why do they rely on capturing insects? A. In cold climates with minimal insect activity B. In sunny areas with rich soil for nutrients C. In nutrient-poor soils where insects are essential for survival D. In wetlands with abundant water sources Answer:In n...

Question:Where are sundews often found, and why do they rely on capturing insects? A. In cold climates with minimal insect activity B. In sunny areas with rich soil for nutrients C. In nutrient-poor soils where insects are essential for survival D. In wetlands with abundant water sources Answer:In nutrient-poor soils where insects are essential for survival Question:What is a defining characteristic of carnivorous plants? A. They rely on photosynthesis for energy B. They obtain nutrients from the soil C. They trap and digest small insects D. They have large colorful flowers Answer:They trap and digest small insects Question:Which of the following are common examples of carnivorous plants? A. Pitcher plants and tulips B. Sunflowers and daisies C. Venus flytrap and cactus D. Pitcher plants and sundews Answer:Pitcher plants and sundews Question:How do pitcher plants obtain essential nutrients like nitrogen and phosphorus? A. Through photosynthesis B. By exchanging nutrients with other plants C. By absorbing nutrients from the soil D. By trapping and digesting insects Answer:By trapping and digesting insects Question:What analogy can be used to describe the trapping mechanism of a pitcher plant? A. A spider weaving a web to catch prey B. A vacuum cleaner sucking up dirt C. A pitcher at a baseball game catching balls D. A bird building a nest to protect its eggs Answer:A pitcher at a baseball game catching balls Question:What is a shared characteristic of pitcher plants and sundews? A. They rely on wind dispersal for reproduction B. They have brightly colored flowers to attract insects C. They grow in dense forests with limited sunlight D. They both use digestive enzymes to break down prey Answer:They both use digestive enzymes to break down prey Question:How do sundews capture insects for nutrients? A. By growing large flowers to lure insects B. By using sticky hairs on their leaves C. By releasing toxic gases to kill insects D. By emitting a strong scent to attract insects Answer:By using sticky hairs on their leaves Question:What is the primary purpose of the sticky hairs on sundews' leaves? A. To store excess water for dry periods B. To capture and digest insects for nutrients C. To deter herbivores from eating the plant D. To provide shade for the plant Answer:To capture and digest insects for nutrients Question:How do carnivorous plants like pitcher plants and sundews differ from non-carnivorous plants in terms of nutrient acquisition? A. They rely on soil nutrients like other plants B. They absorb nutrients through their roots from water C. They trap and digest insects for essential nutrients D. They obtain nutrients from the air through photosynthesis Answer:They trap and digest insects for essential nutrients Question:How have pitcher plants and sundews adapted to their environment to obtain nutrients? A. By growing taller to reach sunlight B. By producing sweet nectar to attract insects C. By developing symbiotic relationships with insects D. By evolving specialized trapping mechanisms Answer:By evolving specialized trapping mechanisms