seed germination

The purpose of seed dispersal is for the seeds to __________.

• germinate at the same time

• move to the same place and grow

• move further away from the parent plant

• compete with one another for minerals in the soil

What does an ovule become when it is fertilised?

• a seed

• a sprout

• a fruit

• it stays an ovule

All seeds have

• Seed Coat

• Food Store

• Embryo

• All of the above

What do seeds need to germinate (grow into a new plant)? (You may select more than one answer)

• Air (oxygen)

• Warmth

• Water

• Light

• Food

It is the development of a seed into a plant.

• seed dispersal

• germination

• habitat

Gertrude planted some beans in a pot. After 5 days her pot looked like this. Why?

• She watered the seeds but placed the pot in the dark.

• She did not water the seeds.

• She used yellow-coloured soil.

It is the spreading of seeds to other places.

• germination

• habitat

• seed dispersal

Why it is better for seeds to be scattered far and wide?

• To provide shelter to other animals.

• For farmers to see which soil is good for the plants.

• For plants to have a better chance of growing healthier.

Which condition is NOT needed for germination?

• Water

• Oxygen

• Light

• Suitable temperature

What does a seedling need energy for?

• Photosynthesis

• Growth

• Movement

• Reproduction