External Structure of Plants

Plant absorbs water through the _________. 

• stem

• roots 

• leaves 

• all of the above

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

What is the function of the leaf?

• To absorb water from the ground

• To absorb sunlight and make food

• To absorb nutrients from the soil

• To absorb pollen from pollinatros

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Why would a plant have thick, waxy leaves?

• to move water up the plant

• to help store water

• to help it float

Label the 5 external structures of the plant.

d

e

f

g

h

roots

chloroplasts

phloem

stem

xylem

flower

leaves

fruit

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

Which part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?

• Roots

• Stem

• Leaves

• Flowers

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NGSS.MS-LS1-6

Imagine you're observing a garden. What is the role of the stems you see in the plants around you?

• To produce seeds

• To absorb sunlight

• To transport nutrients and water

• To attract insects

Answer explanation

The role of the stems in plants is to transport nutrients and water from the roots to the rest of the plant.

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NGSS.MS-LS2-3

Charlotte is planting a garden and wants to know what the main function of the roots in her plants is. What should she focus on?

• To produce flowers

• To absorb water and nutrients from the soil

• To make food for the plant

• To support the plant in the air

What is this?

• vascular system

• carbon dioxide

• glucose

• chlorophyll

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NGSS.MS-LS1-2

NGSS.MS-LS1-6

NGSS.MS-LS2-3

What part of the plant helps anchor it in place?

• Root

• Stem

• Leaf

• Flower

• Fruit

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NGSS.4-LS1-1

What part of the plant has the function of holding and protecting the seeds?

• Root

• Stem

• Leaf

• Flower

• Fruit