Pollination & Seed Dispersal

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What is pollination?

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The transfer of pollen from one flower to another, helping plants to make seeds.

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What is seed dispersal?

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The process by which seeds are spread away from the parent plant to grow in new places.

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What do insects do during pollination?

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Insects carry pollen from one flower to another, helping plants reproduce.

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What is nectar?

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The sweet liquid found in flowers that attracts insects and birds.

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What is a seed?

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A part of a plant that can grow into a new plant.

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Why do plants need pollination?

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Pollination helps plants make seeds, which can grow into new plants.

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What is a mealybug?

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A small insect that can harm plants by sucking their juices.

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How do seeds travel?

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Seeds can travel by wind, water, animals, or by sticking to fur.

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What role do birds play in pollination?

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Birds can help pollinate flowers while they drink nectar.

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What happens to a flower after it is pollinated?

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It can produce seeds that can grow into new plants.