Biology Flashcards
(26 cards)
What are the main parts of a plant?
Roots, stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits.
True or False: The primary function of roots is to absorb water and nutrients.
True.
Fill in the blank: The part of the plant that typically grows above ground and supports leaves and flowers is called the ______.
stem.
What is the function of leaves in a plant?
Leaves are responsible for photosynthesis, gas exchange, and transpiration.
Which part of the flower is responsible for producing pollen?
The anther.
Multiple Choice: What is the main purpose of flowers in plants?
A) Photosynthesis
B) Reproduction
C) Water absorption
D) Nutrient storage
B) Reproduction.
What are the two main types of roots?
Taproots and fibrous roots.
True or False: Stems can also store nutrients and water.
True.
Fill in the blank: The green pigment in leaves that captures sunlight for photosynthesis is called ______.
chlorophyll.
What is the role of the flower’s stigma?
The stigma receives pollen during fertilization.
Multiple Choice: Which type of root system is typically found in grasses?
A) Taproot
B) Fibrous
C) Adventitious
D) Storage
B) Fibrous.
What is the purpose of plant stems?
To support the plant, transport nutrients and water, and store food.
True or False: All plants produce flowers.
False.
Fill in the blank: The part of the flower that encloses and protects the developing bud is called the ______.
calyx.
What are the two main types of flowers?
Complete flowers and incomplete flowers.
Multiple Choice: What part of the flower develops into fruit?
A) Petal
B) Ovule
C) Ovary
D) Sepal
C) Ovary.
What is the main function of plant roots?
To anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
True or False: Leaves are only responsible for photosynthesis.
False.
Fill in the blank: The structure in plants that transports water from roots to leaves is called ______.
xylem.
What is pollination?
The transfer of pollen from the male anther to the female stigma.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is primarily involved in photosynthesis?
A) Roots
B) Stems
C) Leaves
D) Flowers
C) Leaves.
What is the primary role of the flower’s petals?
To attract pollinators.
True or False: The phloem is responsible for transporting sugars and nutrients in plants.
True.
Fill in the blank: The reproductive structures of angiosperms are called ______.
flowers.
