What’s in those flower food packets? #shorts #science #SciShow

The video tutorial explains how to care for cut flowers by using a packet provided by florists, which contains sugar, sanitizer, and acid to nourish and protect the flowers. It also provides a DIY recipe for flower food using lemon juice, sugar, and bleach. Additionally, it offers tips on cutting stems at an angle to maximize nutrient absorption, potentially extending the flowers' shelf life by weeks.

Why do cut flowers require additional nutrients?

• They lose their color quickly.

• They need to grow roots again.

• They have no way of getting nutrients.

• They cannot absorb water naturally.

What is the purpose of the sugar in the mystery packet?

• To act as a food supply.

• To make the flowers smell better.

• To help the flowers grow taller.

• To change the color of the flowers.

Which component in the packet helps prevent bacterial growth?

• Water

• Sanitizer

• Sugar

• Bleach

What is the role of acid in the flower care solution?

• To make the flowers bloom faster.

• To change the color of the flowers.

• To enhance the fragrance of flowers.

• To keep microbes from growing inside water-carrying structures.

What is the benefit of cutting flower stems at an angle?

• It prevents the flowers from wilting.

• It makes the flowers look prettier.

• It allows flowers to absorb more nutrients.

• It helps flowers grow new roots.