Shimer Web of Life Mysteries 2 & 3

What would the world be like if there were suddenly no fungi?

• Without fungi there would be dead stuff everywhere.

• Without fungi there would be animals everywhere.

• Without fungi there would be water everywhere.

What would happen if suddenly there were no plants?

• If there were no plants, then people and animals would have no food.

• If there were no plants, then people and animals would have more food.

• If there were no plants, then people and animals would have too much food.

What are the MAIN ingredients plants use to make their own food?

• Water and salt

• Water and soil

• Water and oxygen

• Water and air (carbon dioxide)

General Sherman is _______________

• the largest plant in the world.

• a famous army general.

• known for winning a great scientist award.

We learned that air does not have weight.

• True

• False

Seeds from fungi are

• soil

• mold

• spores

_________ is made from decomposed plants, leaves and animals.

• Soil

• Mold

• Fungi

____________ are organisms that break down dead plants, leaves, and animals.

• Snails

• Algae

• Decomposers

Do all plants need soil to grow?

• Yes

• No

Mold will not grow in sunlight.

• True

• False