Nutrient Acquisition in Parasitic Plants

Nutrient Acquisition in Parasitic Plants

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Hard

Created by

Jackson Turner

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The video introduces the concept of parasitic plants, which are plants that derive nutrients and water from other plants. It covers various examples, including mistletoe, albino redwood, witchweed, rafflesia, Naja floribunda, and sandalwood. Each plant is described in terms of its parasitic behavior and impact on its host. The video concludes with an invitation to explore more about parasitic plants through additional resources.

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10 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a haustorium?

A type of root that absorbs sunlight

A structure that grows into or around another structure to absorb water or nutrients

A leaf that captures insects

A flower that blooms at night

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does mistletoe obtain its nutrients?

By capturing insects

By attaching to a host tree or shrub

By absorbing nutrients from the soil

By photosynthesis

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is the albino redwood unable to produce chlorophyll?

It lacks the necessary enzymes

It has a genetic mutation

It grows in the dark

It is infected by a virus

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a major concern for farmers regarding witchweed?

It preys on corn, rice, and sugarcane

It depletes soil nutrients

It attracts harmful insects

It causes soil erosion

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is rafflesia famous for?

Its beautiful fragrance

Its large size and unpleasant odor

Its medicinal properties

Its ability to change color

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How does rafflesia obtain nutrients?

By absorbing nutrients from the soil

By embedding thread-like strands into host plants

By capturing insects

Through photosynthesis

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Why is Naja floribunda also called the Christmas tree?

It has red and green leaves

It blooms around Christmas

It is used as a Christmas decoration

It has a star-shaped flower

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