Why Do Pumpkins Get So Big? | SciShow Kids

The video explores the fascinating world of giant pumpkins, explaining how they grow larger than other plants due to their unique cell growth. It discusses the importance of water, xylem, and floam in transporting nutrients. Tips for growing a giant pumpkin include starting with a special seed, providing good soil, light, and water, and using fertilizer. The video also touches on the uses of giant pumpkins, such as for Jack O Lanterns, despite their lack of taste.

What makes pumpkins capable of growing larger than other fruits?

• They increase both the number and size of their cells.

• They grow in colder climates.

• They are harvested later in the year.

• They have more seeds.

Why is patience important when growing giant pumpkins?

• They require constant sunlight.

• They take months to reach their full size.

• They need to be replanted frequently.

• They grow best in sandy soil.

What role does xylem play in pumpkin growth?

• It stores nutrients.

• It carries water throughout the plant.

• It protects the plant from pests.

• It helps the plant absorb sunlight.

What is a crucial step when selecting a pumpkin to grow large?

• Selecting a pumpkin from a large parent plant.

• Choosing a pumpkin with the most seeds.

• Picking a pumpkin that is already large.

• Choosing a pumpkin with a unique color.

Why might giant pumpkins not be ideal for eating?

• They contain too many seeds.

• They are not very tasty.

• They have a flat side.

• They are too hard to cut.