Plant Response to Stimuli

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What do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

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Plants need water, carbon dioxide, and light to perform photosynthesis.

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

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The process is called photosynthesis.

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What is the main stimulus that causes roots to grow down?

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Gravity is the main stimulus that causes roots to grow down.

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What do stems grow away from?

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Stems grow away from gravity.

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What do plants need to survive?

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Plants need water, sunlight, and nutrients to survive.

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What is the role of light in photosynthesis?

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Light provides the energy needed for plants to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.

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How do plants respond to light?

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Plants grow towards light, a response known as phototropism.

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What is the term for a plant's response to gravity?

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The term is gravitropism.

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Why do plants need to respond to stimuli?

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Plants need to respond to stimuli to grow properly and survive in their environment.

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What happens to a plant if it does not get enough light?

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If a plant does not get enough light, it may not be able to perform photosynthesis effectively and could die.