Plant Adaptations

Front

What part of the plant helps it anchor to the soil and absorb water and nutrients?

Back

Roots

Front

What do roots absorb for the plant?

Back

Water and Nutrients

Front

What do plants need to survive?

Back

Sunlight, water, air, and nutrients

Front

Why do some trees shed their leaves in winter?

Back

To save energy during the darker, colder months.

Front

Do some trees remain green all year?

Back

True

Front

What is the process called when plants make their own food using sunlight?

Back

Photosynthesis

Front

What part of the plant is responsible for making food?

Back

Leaves

Front

What is the main purpose of a plant's stem?

Back

To support the plant and transport nutrients and water.

Front

What adaptation helps cacti survive in the desert?

Back

Thick, waxy skin to reduce water loss.

Front

What do we call plants that lose their leaves in winter?

Back

Deciduous plants