Roots and Stems

How are roots and stems alike?

• Both have xylem and phloem.

• Both have hairs that gather minerals.

• Both have caps that protect them.

• Both hold the plant into the ground.

What part of a root get water and minerals from the soil?

• root cap

• root hair

• xylem

• phloem

What does the cortex in a root do?

• holds the plant in the soil

• supports the plant's leaves

• gathers water for the plant

• stores food for the plant.

Why is a tree's stem hard and woody?

• It does not want to lose water.

• It must be strong to grow tall.

• It doesn't have much xylem at all.

• It has to protect the root tip.

What is true about stems?

• They are always hard.

• They must be green.

• They get water from the soil.

• They store the plant's food and water.

What does the cortex in a root do for a plant?

• holds it in the soil

• supports the leaves

• gathers water

• store food

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What do the xylem and phloem do?

• store food and water

• make the fruits and flowers of the plant

• protect the tip of the root

• move water and nutrients in a plant

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Name another use of the roots of a plant.

• catch bugs that eat the plants

• hold the plant to the soil

• makes flowers for a plant

• uses sunlight to make food

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Where can roots be found? (Choose all that apply.)

• in the flowers

• above the ground

• inside the leaves

• underground

What is a job of the stem?

• hold the plant up above the ground

• carry water and food through the plant

• helps the flower bloom

• make the seeds grow

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