Seed Dispersal

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What is seed dispersal?

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Seed dispersal is the process by which seeds are spread away from the parent plant to grow in new places.

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Why do plants need to disperse their seeds?

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Plants need to disperse their seeds to find new places to grow and to avoid overcrowding.

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What are three ways seeds can be dispersed?

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Seeds can be dispersed by wind, water, and animals.

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How do wind-dispersed seeds look?

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Wind-dispersed seeds are often light and have wings or fluffy parts to help them float in the air.

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What is an example of a seed that is dispersed by water?

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Coconut seeds can float on water and are dispersed by ocean currents.

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How do animals help in seed dispersal?

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Animals can eat fruits and carry seeds in their fur or drop them in different places.

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What happens to seeds that stick to animal fur?

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Seeds that stick to animal fur can be carried to new locations where they can grow.

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What type of seed dispersal do dandelions use?

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Dandelions use wind dispersal to spread their seeds.

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True or False: Plants need space to grow.

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True. Plants need space to grow and get enough sunlight and nutrients.

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What is an example of a seed that is dispersed by wind?

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Dandelion seeds are an example of seeds that are dispersed by wind.