Term
|
Definition
An organism that is
Multicellular
Eukaryotic (cell with Nucleus & Organelles)
Has Cell Walls made of Cellulose
Carries out Photosynthesis |
|
|
Term
| What do plants need to survive? |
|
Definition
| Sunlight, Water&Minerals, Gas exchange, Movement of water&minerals through the body |
|
|
Term
| How do plants use sunlight? |
|
Definition
| They convert sunlight energy into food energy |
|
|
Term
| The first plants evolved from _______. |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Reproductive organ of ferns |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| A tiny structure containing the entire male gametophyte (producer of gametes:specialized cells involved in sexual reproduction) |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Structure in seed cones in which female gametophytes develop. |
|
|
Term
|
Definition
| Embryo of a living plant that is encased in a protective covering and surrounded by a food supply |
|
|
Term
| What is the difference between annuals and perennials? |
|
Definition
Annuals live for one year.
Perennials will survive through the years. |
|
|
Term
What is the main function of the:
Root
Leaves
Stems
Flowers
Fruits |
|
Definition
Root: Underground organs that absorb water & minerals.
Leaves: Photosynthetic organs that have atleast one bundle of vascular tissue.
Stems: Supporting structures that connect roots and leaves, carrying water and nutrients between them.
Flowers: Unique reproductive organs in angiosperms
Fruits: A THICK wall of tissue surrounding the seed. |
|
|
Term
| Why do seeds tend to germinate in the Spring in Iowa? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| When a seed is alive but not growing, it is described as... |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| When a seed begins to grow we say it..... |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| Plants need what gas for cellular respiration? |
|
Definition
|
|
Term
| What characteristics of seeds would give a clue as to whether they are dispersed by Animals, Wind, or Water? |
|
Definition
|
|
