Plant Biology Flashcards

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What is the primary function of roots in a plant?

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

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True or False: Leaves are primarily responsible for photosynthesis.

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True.

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Fill in the blank: The part of the plant that typically contains flowers and fruits is called the _______.

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stem.

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What type of plant completes its life cycle in one growing season?

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Annual plants.

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What are the two main types of vascular plants?

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Angiosperms and gymnosperms.

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What is the function of chlorophyll?

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To absorb light energy for photosynthesis.

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Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is primarily involved in transporting water? A) Leaves B) Roots C) Stem D) Flowers

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C) Stem.

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What are herbaceous plants?

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Plants that have non-woody stems.

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True or False: Seeds are formed from the ovule after fertilization.

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True.

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What is the primary role of the flower in a plant?

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To facilitate reproduction.

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Fill in the blank: The _______ absorbs light and is the primary site of photosynthesis.

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leaf.

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What are the three main parts of a plant?

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Roots, stems, and leaves.

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Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant stores food? A) Roots B) Leaves C) Flowers D) Stems

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A) Roots.

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What is the function of the xylem in vascular plants?

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To transport water from the roots to the leaves.

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True or False: Gymnosperms produce flowers.

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False.

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What is the primary function of plant stems?

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To support leaves and reproductive structures and transport nutrients.

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Fill in the blank: The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy is called _______.

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photosynthesis.

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What type of reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes in plants?

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Sexual reproduction.

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Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is responsible for gas exchange? A) Roots B) Leaves C) Stem D) Flowers

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B) Leaves.

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What are the tiny openings on the leaf surface that allow for gas exchange called?

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Stomata.

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True or False: All plants require sunlight for photosynthesis.

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True.

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What is the function of the phloem in vascular plants?

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To transport sugars and nutrients from the leaves to other parts of the plant.

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Fill in the blank: The outer protective layer of a plant is called the _______.

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epidermis.

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What type of plant lives for more than two years?

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Perennial plants.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a part of a flower? A) Sepals B) Petals C) Stems D) Stamens
C) Stems.
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What is a plant's response to light called?
Phototropism.
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True or False: Roots can also be involved in storing energy.
True.
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What is the primary purpose of plant seeds?
To enable reproduction and dispersal of the plant.
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Fill in the blank: Plants that have seeds enclosed in a fruit are called _______.
angiosperms.
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What is the process by which plants lose water vapor called?
Transpiration.
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Multiple Choice: What type of plant is characterized by having cones instead of flowers? A) Angiosperms B) Ferns C) Gymnosperms D) Mosses
C) Gymnosperms.
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What is the term for a plant that grows in water?
Aquatic plant.
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True or False: All plants have flowers.
False.
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What is a key characteristic of deciduous plants?
They lose their leaves seasonally.
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Fill in the blank: Plants that do not flower and reproduce via spores are called _______.
ferns.
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What is the main function of the leaf's cuticle?
To reduce water loss.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is responsible for nutrient absorption? A) Leaves B) Stems C) Roots D) Flowers
C) Roots.
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What type of tissue is responsible for the growth of new cells in plants?
Meristematic tissue.
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True or False: Photosynthesis occurs in the roots of the plant.
False.
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What is the role of the petal in a flower?
To attract pollinators.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the female reproductive part of a flower.
pistil.
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What is the main purpose of plant respiration?
To convert stored energy into usable energy.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant typically grows underground? A) Stem B) Leaf C) Root D) Flower
C) Root.
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What is the term for the process of a seed sprouting into a new plant?
Germination.
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True or False: All plants can photosynthesize.
False.
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What is the role of the stamen in a flower?
To produce pollen, the male gamete.
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Fill in the blank: _______ are specialized cells in leaves that contain chlorophyll.
Chloroplasts.
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What is the main function of the cambium layer in a plant?
To produce new xylem and phloem cells.
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Multiple Choice: What type of plants are known for their thick, fleshy tissues? A) Succulents B) Grasses C) Ferns D) Mosses
A) Succulents.
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True or False: Plants can respond to environmental stimuli.
True.
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What is the role of mycorrhizae in plants?
To enhance nutrient and water absorption from the soil.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the male reproductive part of a flower.
stamen.
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What is a common adaptation of desert plants?
Water storage capabilities.
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Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is primarily involved in photosynthesis? A) Roots B) Leaves C) Stems D) Flowers
B) Leaves.
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True or False: Plant cells are prokaryotic.
False.
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What is the main purpose of plant foliage?
To capture sunlight for photosynthesis.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ transports water from the roots to the leaves.
xylem.
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What is the primary function of the seed coat?
To protect the seed from damage and desiccation.
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a non-vascular plant? A) Rose B) Fern C) Moss D) Pine
C) Moss.
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True or False: Plants can grow in complete darkness.
False.
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What is the role of auxins in plant growth?
To regulate growth and response to light and gravity.
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Fill in the blank: The _______ is the part of the plant that develops into a fruit after fertilization.
ovary.