Plant Biology Flashcards
(62 cards)
What is the primary function of roots in a plant?
To anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
True or False: Leaves are primarily responsible for photosynthesis.
True.
Fill in the blank: The part of the plant that typically contains flowers and fruits is called the _______.
stem.
What type of plant completes its life cycle in one growing season?
Annual plants.
What are the two main types of vascular plants?
Angiosperms and gymnosperms.
What is the function of chlorophyll?
To absorb light energy for photosynthesis.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is primarily involved in transporting water? A) Leaves B) Roots C) Stem D) Flowers
C) Stem.
What are herbaceous plants?
Plants that have non-woody stems.
True or False: Seeds are formed from the ovule after fertilization.
True.
What is the primary role of the flower in a plant?
To facilitate reproduction.
Fill in the blank: The _______ absorbs light and is the primary site of photosynthesis.
leaf.
What are the three main parts of a plant?
Roots, stems, and leaves.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant stores food? A) Roots B) Leaves C) Flowers D) Stems
A) Roots.
What is the function of the xylem in vascular plants?
To transport water from the roots to the leaves.
True or False: Gymnosperms produce flowers.
False.
What is the primary function of plant stems?
To support leaves and reproductive structures and transport nutrients.
Fill in the blank: The process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy is called _______.
photosynthesis.
What type of reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes in plants?
Sexual reproduction.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is responsible for gas exchange? A) Roots B) Leaves C) Stem D) Flowers
B) Leaves.
What are the tiny openings on the leaf surface that allow for gas exchange called?
Stomata.
True or False: All plants require sunlight for photosynthesis.
True.
What is the function of the phloem in vascular plants?
To transport sugars and nutrients from the leaves to other parts of the plant.
Fill in the blank: The outer protective layer of a plant is called the _______.
epidermis.
What type of plant lives for more than two years?
Perennial plants.