Plant Structures and Functions

Which of the following is NOT a structure of a plant?

• root

• stem

• feet

• flower

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What is the function of the leaf?

• To absorb water from the ground

• To absorb sunlight and make food

• To absorb nutrients from the soil

• To absorb pollen from pollinatros

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Which part of the plant is responsible for transporting water and nutrients throughout the plant?

• Leaf

• Stem

• Root

• Flower

What is the function of a flower?

• To absorb water and nutrients

• To hold the plant upright

• To take in sunlight and make food

• To attract pollinators and help the plant reproduce

What do seeds do?

• They attract pollinators

• They allow the plant to reproduce

• They absorb sunlight

• They absorb water

Is it possible for a plant to survive if the roots are removed from the soil?

• Yes. As long as the plant has water it can survive

• No. Plants will die without soil

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Brightly colored parts of flowers that attract insects.

• petals
• pistils
• stamen
• filaments

Plant absorbs water through the _________. 

• stem
• roots 
• leaves 
• all of the above

What is this?

• roots
• stem
• leaves
• flowers

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What is the function of a leaf?

• Leaves are where photosynthesis takes place
• Leaves absorb water from the soil
• Leaves help a plant reproduce
• Leaves absorb minerals from the soil

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