Plant Systems

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What is the function of xylem tissue?

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Transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant.

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What is the stigma in a flower?

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The part of the pistil where pollen germinates; it is the receptive surface for pollen.

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Which part of a flower produces ovules?

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The ovary, which is located at the base of the pistil.

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What is the role of the sepal in a flower?

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Protects the developing flower bud before it opens.

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What is the main function of petals in a flower?

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To attract pollinators with their color and scent.

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What is the function of phloem tissue?

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Transports sugars and nutrients produced by photosynthesis throughout the plant.

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What are the main parts of a flower?

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The main parts include the petals, sepals, stamens (anther and filament), and pistil (stigma, style, and ovary).

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What is photosynthesis?

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The process by which green plants use sunlight to synthesize foods with the help of chlorophyll.

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What is the role of chlorophyll in plants?

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Chlorophyll is the pigment that captures light energy for photosynthesis.

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What is pollination?

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The transfer of pollen from the male anther to the female stigma of a flower.