Seed Structure and Functions

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What are the parts of a seed and their functions?

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The seed consists of the embryo, seed coat, and stored food, each serving to protect and nourish the developing plant.

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What is the function of the fruit?

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To protect the seed.

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From what do fruits develop?

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Fruits develop from the leaves of plants.

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How does water impact a seed?

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Water makes the seed sprout and grow.

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What are seeds?

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Seeds are living organisms that come in many shapes and sizes and are meant to reproduce new plants.

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What is an embryo in the context of a seed?

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An embryo is a baby plant in a dormant state, protected by the seed.

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What happens to a seed when it’s soaked in water?

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Soaking a seed in water activates it, leading to sprouting.

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What are the ways seeds are dispersed?

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Seeds are dispersed by wind, animals, and water.

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Why is it important for seeds to disperse away from a parent plant?

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Dispersing away from the parent plant reduces competition for resources.

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What environment does rice need to grow?

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Rice needs a warm, wet environment to grow.