Parts of a Seed Flashcards
1
Q
What is the role of the Seed?
A
The seed can germinate to grow into a new individual plant.
2
Q
What is the role of the embryo?
(in a seed)
A
This is the part that becomes the new plant.
3
Q
What is the role of the Food Store?
A
It provides enough food until the plant is able to do photosynthesis itself. The food store can be starch or fats and oils.
4
Q
What is the role of the Seed Coat?
A
This protective layer prevents other organisms from damaging the embryo of consuming the food store.
5
Q
Name the 3 parts of a Seed.
A
- Embryo
- Food Store
- Seed Coat
