Seed Structure and Functions

What are the parts of a seed and their functions?

• Embryo, seed coat, and stored food, which protect and nourish the developing plant.

• Root, stem, and leaves, which help in photosynthesis and nutrient absorption.

• Flower, fruit, and pollen, which are involved in reproduction and seed dispersal.

• Chlorophyll, xylem, and phloem, which are essential for water transport and photosynthesis.

How can muskrats change the environment?

• By creating wetlands and affecting plant growth.

• By polluting water sources and harming wildlife.

• By building dams that block rivers and create droughts.

• By consuming all vegetation and leaving barren land.

What is an embryo in the context of a seed?

• A fully grown plant ready to sprout.

• A baby plant in a dormant state, protected by the seed.

• A type of seed coat that protects the seed.

• A nutrient source for the seed during germination.

What is the function of the fruit?

• To protect the seed.

• To provide nutrients to the soil.

• To attract pollinators.

• To aid in photosynthesis.

What environment does rice need to grow?

• A warm, wet environment

• A cold, dry environment

• A hot, arid environment

• A temperate, moderate environment

From what do fruits develop?

• From the roots of plants.

• From the leaves of plants.

• From the flowers of plants.

• From the stems of plants.

How does water impact a seed?

• Water makes the seed sprout and grow.

• Water prevents the seed from germinating.

• Water causes the seed to rot.

• Water has no effect on the seed.

What are seeds?

• Seeds are living organisms that come in many shapes and sizes and are meant to reproduce new plants.

• Seeds are the dried fruit of plants that are used for cooking.

• Seeds are the remains of plants that have died and decomposed.

• Seeds are small, non-living particles that help in soil formation.

What happens to a seed when it’s soaked in water?

• It becomes dormant and stops growing.

• It activates and leads to sprouting.

• It rots and becomes unusable.

• It changes color and shrinks.

Why is it important for seeds to disperse away from a parent plant?

• To increase genetic diversity

• To reduce competition for resources.

• To ensure better pollination

• To enhance seed size