Photosynthesis and Respiration Quiz

Why do plants need to perform respiration?

• To absorb sunlight

• To release energy from food

• To produce more oxygen

• To store energy in leaves

What does the term "energy" refer to in the text?

• Food for plants

• Plant growth

• Power stored in food

• Oxygen absorbed

Where do plants get the energy they need?

• From eating other plants

• From sunlight

• From underground creatures

How do plants take in carbon dioxide?

• Through their roots

• Through tiny holes in their leaves

• From the soil

Why are water and minerals important for plants during photosynthesis?

• To help them grow taller

• To make their food

• To make the leaves greener

Where does photosynthesis happen?

• Underwater

• In the air

• In the dark

• In sunlight

Where do plants store some of the energy they get from sugar?

• Leaves

• Air

• Soil

• Water

How do plants make their own food?

• By eating other plants

• Through photosynthesis

• By drinking water

What do you think will happen if a plant doesn't get water?

• It will wilt

• It will grow faster.

• It will turn purple.

Why does the plant need to break down sugar during respiration?

• To make new cells

• To store energy

• To release energy

• To produce water vapor