Understanding Plant Stems

Understanding Plant Stems

Assessment

Interactive Video

Biology, Science

5th - 8th Grade

Easy

Created by

Olivia Brooks

Used 3+ times

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This video discusses the importance and functions of plant stems, including their role in transporting substances, providing support, and storing food. It explains the different types of stems, such as herbaceous and woody, and their structures, including phloem, xylem, cambium, and bark. The video concludes with a summary and encourages viewers to subscribe for more educational content.

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8 questions

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is one of the primary functions of plant stems?

To produce seeds

To transport substances between roots and leaves

To attract pollinators

To absorb sunlight

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of stem is typically soft and flexible?

Herbaceous stem

Cactus stem

Woody stem

Tree trunk

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which type of stem is known for being firm and rich?

Creeping stem

Floating stem

Herbaceous stem

Woody stem

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is a characteristic of herbaceous stems?

They are very firm

They are always green

They have a thick bark

They are soft and flexible

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the main function of xylem in plant stems?

To produce flowers

To store food

To transport water from roots to other parts

To protect the plant from pests

6.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of phloem in plant stems?

To transport water

To move materials from leaves to other parts

To provide structural support

To store nutrients

7.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

In woody stems, what is the layer just inside the phloem called?

Root

Xylem

Cambium

Bark

8.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How are xylem and phloem arranged in dicot stems?

In a spiral

In parallel lines

In a ring

Scattered throughout