Matter and Energy in Plants (STEMscopes)

What is photosynthesis?

• Process animals use to digest food.

• Process plants use to make their own food

• Process plants use to reproduce

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Choose the vocabulary word that matches this definition: an increase in size, abundance, or complexity.

• matter

• weight

• photosynthesis

• growth

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Matter is anything that has (a)   and takes up space.

What gas is released as a waste after the plants have made their food?

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Carbon Dioxide

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What three things do plants need in order for photosynthesis to take place

• Water

• Sunlight

• Soil

• Carbon Dioxide

• Humans

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Which of the following is a producer?

• Cat

• Elephant

• Sunflower

• Llama

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Which of the following is a consumer?

• Oak Tree

• Tulip

• Baboon

• Rosebush

Choose all that apply.

What are the benefits of Hydroponics gardening?

• Can grow without soil

• Uses less water than when using soil.

• Year round access to food

• Can be used in small spaces

What is hydroponic gardening?

• Growing plants without soil.

• Growing plants without water.

• Growing plant in soil.