Plant Survival

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What is the process called that plants make their own food?

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

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What do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

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Plants need sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to perform photosynthesis.

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What is the role of sunlight in plant survival?

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Sunlight provides the energy needed for photosynthesis, allowing plants to produce food.

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What are the basic needs of a plant for survival?

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Plants need light, carbon dioxide, water, and room to grow.

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What is the function of stomata in plants?

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Stomata are small openings on the leaves that allow for gas exchange and help prevent water loss.

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What gas do plants take in during photosynthesis?

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Plants take in carbon dioxide during photosynthesis.

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What gas do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

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Plants release oxygen as a byproduct of photosynthesis.

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What is transpiration in plants?

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Transpiration is the process by which water evaporates from the leaves of plants, helping to draw water up from the roots.

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What part of the plant absorbs water and nutrients from the soil?

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Roots absorb water and nutrients from the soil.

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What is the role of leaves in plant survival?

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Leaves are the main site for photosynthesis and gas exchange in plants.