Plant Survival

Front

What is the process called that helps water evaporate from a plant's leaves?

Back

Transpiration is the process that helps water evaporate from a plant's leaves.

Front

True or false: Xylem transport sugars to all parts of the plant.

Back

False. Xylem primarily transports water and minerals, while phloem transports sugars.

Front

What three things does a plant need to survive?

Back

A plant needs light, carbon dioxide, water, and room to grow.

Front

What is the name of the tissue found in the center of the stem?

Back

Xylem is the tissue found in the center of the stem.

Front

Plants use _______ from the air to make food.

Back

Plants use carbon dioxide from the air to make food.

Front

What is photosynthesis?

Back

Photosynthesis is the process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to make food.

Front

What role do roots play in plant survival?

Back

Roots anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

Front

What is the function of stomata in plants?

Back

Stomata are small openings on leaves that allow for gas exchange, including the intake of carbon dioxide and the release of oxygen.

Front

What is the difference between xylem and phloem?

Back

Xylem transports water and minerals from the roots to the rest of the plant, while phloem transports sugars produced by photosynthesis.

Front

Why do plants need sunlight?

Back

Plants need sunlight to perform photosynthesis, which is how they produce their food.