Science and Nature Quiz

What process do plants use to convert sunlight into energy?

• Respiration

• Photosynthesis

• Fermentation

• Digestion

Which of the following is NOT a nutrient plants need to grow?

• Nitrogen

• Oxygen

• Carbon Dioxide

• Pesticide

What is the main function of a plant's stem?

• To absorb nutrients from the soil

• To produce seeds

• To support the plant and transport nutrients and water

• To perform photosynthesis

What do algae primarily produce during photosynthesis?

• Carbon Dioxide

• Oxygen

• Nitrogen

• Pesticides

What is the role of microbes in the environment?

• To cause disease in plants and animals

• To break down dead material and recycle nutrients

• To produce pesticides

• To block sunlight from reaching the earth

What is the purpose of using pesticides?

• To enhance plant growth

• To protect plants from diseases and pests

• To increase oxygen production

• To perform photosynthesis

Which of the following is a feature of informational text?

• Characters

• Plot

• Index

• Dialogue

What is the primary source of energy for photosynthesis?

• Water

• Soil nutrients

• Sunlight

• Oxygen

What does the conversion of nutrients into energy within a plant cell involve?

• Photosynthesis

• Cellular respiration

• Fermentation

• Digestion

Why is oxygen important for living organisms?

• It is needed for photosynthesis.

• It is a nutrient that plants need from the soil.

• It is used to break down food and release energy.

• It is used to make pesticides.