plants

Question 1

define spores

Answer 1

spores are the reproductive structures of some non flowering plants and fungi

Question 2

if the flowers grow in clusters, do the fruit of the tree grow singly or in bunches

Answer 2

grow in bunches because the fruits are formed from the flowers and the tree’s flowers grew in clusters

Question 3

what characteristics do seeds dispersed by animals have

Answer 3

juicy, fragrant, sweet or brightly coloured fruit, hard seeds, have hooks or stiff hair

Question 4

what characteristics do seeds dispersed by wind have

Answer 4

dry, light, small, have wing-like or parachute-like structures that allow them to be easily carried away by the wind

Question 5

what characteristics do seeds dispersed by water have

Answer 5

have waterproof outer layer or fibrous husks to help stay afloat in water

Question 6

what characteristics do seeds dispersed by explosive action have

Answer 6

have fruit walls that split open with a sudden force when ripe, shooting the seeds out in different directions