Plant Adaptations

What is the process by which plants adjust to their environment called?

• Photosynthesis

• Mutation

• Evolution

• Adaptation

How do plants adapt to low light conditions?

• Plants adapt to low light conditions by wearing sunglasses

• Plants adapt to low light conditions by increasing chlorophyll production, growing larger leaves to capture more light, and developing specialized structures like shade leaves or aerial roots.

• Plants adapt to low light conditions by glowing in the dark

• Plants adapt to low light conditions by hibernating

Name one plant adaptation for conserving water in arid environments.

• Thick waxy cuticle

• Deep root systems

• Shallow root systems

• Large leaf surface area

What is the purpose of thorns on some plants?

• Protection

• Decoration

• Nutrient absorption

• Photosynthesis

How do plants adapt to survive in marshy areas?

• Lack of chlorophyll, extensive branching, and large leaves

• Specialized root systems, aerenchyma tissue, and buoyant seeds/fruits

• Short stature, high water content, and low nutrient requirements

• Thick waxy cuticles, rapid growth rate, and deep root systems

What is the role of root systems in plant adaptations?

• Root systems in plants are responsible for photosynthesis

• Root systems in plants aid in water and nutrient absorption, anchoring the plant, and storing food reserves to help the plant adapt to different environments.

• Root systems in plants help in pollination

• Root systems in plants regulate temperature

Name a plant adaptation for attracting pollinators.

• Loud noises

• Brightly colored flowers

• Spiky leaves

• Invisible scent

How do plants adapt to survive in windy conditions?

• Flexible stems, deeper roots, and smaller leaves

• Rigid stems, shallow roots, and large leaves

• Shorter stems, shallower roots, and bigger leaves

• Thicker stems, shorter roots, and wider leaves

What is the function of waxy coatings on plant leaves?

• Increase water absorption and enhance photosynthesis

• Reduce water loss and protect against UV radiation

• Attract pollinators and deter herbivores

• Regulate temperature and promote growth

Name a plant adaptation for dispersing seeds over long distances.

• Wind dispersal

• Gravity dispersal

• Animal dispersal

• Water dispersal