Plant Production

In which plant part does photosynthesis happen?

• Leaves

• Roots

• Stems

• Seeds

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Why do plants need air (carbon dioxide) to grow?

• Plants use carbon dioxide to make food

• Plants use carbon dioxide to transport food to different parts of the plants

• Plants use carbon dioxide to keep firm

• Plants use carbon dioxide to reproduce

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A student places three identical plants in the same type of containers, uses the same type of soil and the same amount of water for each plant. This student places the three plants in three different locations. Plant A is placed in a sunny area, Plant B is placed in a shaded location, and Plant C is placed in the dark room. Each day this student records the growth of each plant. What is the different variable in this investigation?

• the soil

• the amount of water

• the amount of light

• the growth of each plant

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Most seeds do not light to germinate, because _____________

• Seeds can use the food stored inside.

• Seeds can do photosynthesis in the dark soil.

• Seeds can produce light to make their own food.

• Seeds can do photosynthesis without light.

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In general, seeds need the things below, EXCEPT....

• water

• warmth

• air

• light

What is hydroponics?

• Growing plants using a liquid nutrient solution instead of soil

• Growing plants using soil and water

• Growing plants using only water

• Growing plants using sunlight and air

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What is one of the advantages of using hydroponics to grow food crops?

• Higher yields can be produced

• Plants are more resistant to diseases

• Less water and fertilizers are used

• Plants have a longer lifespan

What is one of the disadvantages of hydroponic systems?

• Costly setup and maintenance

• Plants grow slower

• Less control over nutrient levels

• Higher energy costs

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What do plants require in order to grow and reproduce successfully?

• Light, water, oxygen, nutrients, and carbon dioxide

• Light, water, nitrogen, and carbon dioxide

• Light, soil, oxygen, and nutrients

• Light, water, oxygen, and nitrogen

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What is the main difference between hydroponics and growing plants in soil?

• Soil provides a place to anchor the roots

• Hydroponics use less water

• Hydroponics require less sunlight

• Soil provides more nutrients