Seed Dispersal

How are dandelion seeds dispersed?

• by animals

• by explosion or bursting

• by wind

Why it is better for seeds to be scattered far and wide?

• To provide shelter to other animals.

• For farmers to see which soil is good for the plants.

• For plants to have a better chance of growing healthier.

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My pod splits open and seeds are thrown out with a force. What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind

• water 

• animals

• explosive action

Why are shorea seeds able to be dispersed by the wind?

• It is light and has wing-like structure

• It has hooks to hook onto the fur of animals

• It has a fibrous husk that makes it float

• It has dry pods that split open

Part of the plant that helps in seed dispersal

• Stem

• Leaf

• Flower

• Fruit

How are coconuts dispersed?

• by animals

• by water

• by wind

How are raspberries dispersed?

• by animals

• by explosion or bursting

• by water

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I have parachute like structures. What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind

• water 

• animals

• explosive action

I have hooks to cling to animal fur. What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind

• water 

• animals

• explosive action

My fruits have wings to move with wind . What is likely my dispersal method?

• wind

• water 

• animals

• explosive action