P5 - Plant Transport System

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Parts of a flowering plant

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1. Roots

2.Stem

3.Leaves

4.Flowers

5.Fruits

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Function of Roots

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1.Absorb water and mineral salts
2. Hold the plant firmly to the ground

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Function of Stem

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1. 1.Hold plant upright.
   (to receive more sunlight so leaves can make food)
   2. Transport water, mineral salt and water to all parts of the plant.

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Function of leaves

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1.Make food for the plant
2. Exchange gases with the environment

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What is pollination?

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Transfer of pollen grains from anther to stigma.

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Methods of Pollination

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1. 1.Wind
   2.Insect

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Characteristic of pollination by wind.

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1. 1.Anther hanging out of flower
   2.Feathery stigma
   3. Odourless
   4. Dull Small flowers

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Characteristic of pollination by insects

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1. 1.Large colourful petals
   2.Sweet smelling
   3. Stigma and anther in the flower

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Purpose of seed dispersal

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1.Prevent overcrowding
2. Reduce competition for water, mineral salts, space and sunlight

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4 methods of seed dispersal.

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1. 1.Splitting
   2. Animal
   3. Wind
   4. Splitting
   
   (S.A.W.W)