Plant Structures

What are the two main types of plant roots?

• Taproots and fibrous roots.

• Lateral roots and aerial roots.

• Storage roots and prop roots.

• Surface roots and deep roots.

What part of the plant is responsible for reproduction?

• The root.

• The stem.

• The leaf.

• The flower.

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Where does a plant absorb nutrients from the soil?

• In the leaves

• In the stems

• In the roots

• In the flowers

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Which plant structure transports water from the roots to the leaves?

• Root

• Leaf

• Stem

• Flower

What do leaves do for the plant?

• Leaves absorb water from the soil.

• Leaves are where photosynthesis occurs, producing food for the plant.

• Leaves provide structural support to the plant.

• Leaves store nutrients for the plant.

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What is the main function of the roots?

• To anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

• To produce flowers and seeds for reproduction.

• To store energy in the form of carbohydrates.

• To conduct photosynthesis and produce food for the plant.

What is photosynthesis?

• The process by which plants use sunlight to make food from carbon dioxide and water.

• A method of plant reproduction involving seeds and pollen.

• The way plants absorb nutrients from the soil through their roots.

• A chemical reaction that occurs only in the dark, converting food into energy.

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Which part of the plant brings in water and nutrients?

• Leaves

• Stems

• Roots

• Flowers

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What is the purpose of the flower?

• To attract pollinators and produce seeds.

• To provide shade for other plants.

• To store water for the plant.

• To produce fruit for animals.

In what part of the plant is food made?

• The roots

• The stems

• The leaves

• The flowers

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