Seed Dispersal

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What is the primary purpose of seed dispersal?

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To move further away from the parent plant.

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What method is used for the dispersal of dandelion seeds?

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By wind.

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How are raspberry seeds primarily dispersed?

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By animals.

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What is the main purpose of colorful petals in flowering plants?

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To attract insects that pollinate the flower.

Front

What role does wind play in seed dispersal?

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To carry seeds to new locations.

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What are the two main types of seed dispersal mechanisms?

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Biotic (by living organisms) and abiotic (by non-living factors like wind and water).

Front

Give an example of a plant that uses water for seed dispersal.

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Coconuts are dispersed by water.

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What is the term for seeds that are dispersed by animals after being eaten?

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Endozoochory.

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What is the significance of seed dispersal for plant species?

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It helps reduce competition among seedlings and allows colonization of new areas.

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How do burrs contribute to seed dispersal?

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They cling to the fur of animals, which transport them to new locations.