501 All About Seeds

What is the function of a seed coat?

• To protect the seed from harm

• To help the seed germinate

• To provide food for the seed

• To attract sunlight

Which of the following seeds is mentioned as having a hard protective shell?

• Pinecone

• Strawberry

• Watermelon

• Peach

What are the two parts found inside a seed coat?

• Tiny plant and food

• Roots and stem

• Leaves and flowers

• Sunlight and water

What conditions are usually necessary for seed germination?

• Warmth and water

• Sunlight and soil

• Air and nutrients

• Darkness and cold

What happens when a seed begins to grow?