Roots and Stem

The stem serves as a -

• A. source of creating new seeds and pollinating new plants.

• B. system to create its own food.

• C. a way of attracting birds and insects.

• D. highway making sure water, vitamins, and minerals travel from the roots to the entire plant.

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The main purpose of the root is to -

• anchor plant to the ground

• take in water and minerals

• store water

• All of the above.

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When a seed sprouts, what is the first part of the plant to grow?

• leaves

• roots

• flowers

• stem

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The main support of a plant is the _________________.

• flower

• leaves

• stem

• seeds

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Smaller roots that grow on the primary root are called ___________________.

• secondary roots

• small roots

• baby roots

• main roots

What is the stem on a tree called?

• A. lumber

• B. trunk

• C. pole

• D. stick

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Which system of a plant is shown in the picture?

• Shoot system

• Root system

The roots are responsible in absorbing ________ and minerals from the soil.

• food

• water

• air

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Which root system has the main/primary root that grows deep into the ground?

• Taproot

• Fibrous root

What is the primary function of roots in most plants?

• A) To produce flowers

• B) To absorb water and nutrients

• C) To perform photosynthesis

• D) To attract pollinators

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