Exam 3 Class Review Bio 110

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What is the function of a parasitic plant?

Back

A parasitic plant absorbs water, minerals, and sugars from its living host plant.

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What part of the stem do petioles attach to?

Back

Petioles attach to the Node of the stem.

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Which group of plants is the most diverse, making up 90% of all plant species?

Back

Angiosperms are the most diverse group of plants, making up 90% of all plant species.

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What three minerals do plants primarily obtain from soil?

Back

Plants primarily obtain Nitrogen, Phosphorus, and Potassium from soil.

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Approximately what percentage of living plants are angiosperms?

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About 90% of living plants are angiosperms.

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What is the role of nitrogen in plant growth?

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Nitrogen is essential for the synthesis of amino acids, proteins, and nucleic acids in plants.

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Define angiosperms.

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Angiosperms are flowering plants that produce seeds enclosed within an ovary.

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What distinguishes gymnosperms from angiosperms?

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Gymnosperms have seeds that are not enclosed within an ovary, unlike angiosperms.

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What is the significance of vascular tissue in plants?

Back

Vascular tissue is responsible for the transport of water, nutrients, and sugars throughout the plant.

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What are the two main types of vascular plants?

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The two main types of vascular plants are gymnosperms and angiosperms.