Botany - Review for Final

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What is the function of the anther in flowering plants?

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The anther is the part of the stamen that produces pollen, which contains the male gametes.

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What is scarification in the context of seed germination?

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Scarification is the process of breaking or softening the seed coat to promote germination.

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What is a tap root system?

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A tap root system consists of a single, thick primary root that grows deep into the soil, with smaller lateral roots.

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What reproductive structures do Gymnosperms use to produce pollen and seeds?

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Gymnosperms produce cones, which contain the reproductive structures for pollen and seeds.

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What is gravitropism?

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Gravitropism is the growth response of a plant to gravity, where roots grow downward and stems grow upward.

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What is phototropism?

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Phototropism is the growth response of a plant to light, where stems bend towards the light source.

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What are the main parts of a flower?

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The main parts of a flower include the petals, sepals, stamens (male), and carpels (female).

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What is the role of ovules in plants?

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Ovules are the structures within the ovary that develop into seeds after fertilization.

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What is the difference between monocots and dicots?

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Monocots have one seed leaf (cotyledon), while dicots have two seed leaves.

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What is photosynthesis?

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Photosynthesis is the process by which green plants use sunlight to convert carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen.