What Are Plants?: Why Are Plants Important?

The video explores the critical role plants play in maintaining oxygen levels and supporting life on Earth. It highlights how plants are integral to food chains and are used in numerous everyday products, from food to household items. Without plants, oxygen levels would drop, affecting all life forms. The video emphasizes the dependency of both herbivores and carnivores on plants, directly or indirectly, and showcases the wide range of plant-based products we use daily.

What would be the consequence if all plants on Earth perished?

• The level of carbon dioxide would decrease.

• The level of oxygen would decrease.

• The level of nitrogen would increase.

• The level of oxygen would increase.

Why are plants often called the lungs of the planet?

• They prevent soil erosion.

• They provide shade.

• They absorb carbon dioxide.

• They produce fresh oxygen.

How are animals that eat other animals indirectly dependent on plants?

• They drink water from plant leaves.

• They use plants for shelter.

• They use plants for nesting.

• They eat animals that consume plants.

Which of the following is NOT made from plants?

• Orange juice

• Baseball bat

• Plastic bottle

• Pencil

What is a common source of sugar?

• Sugar cane plant

• Pine tree

• Coconut tree

• Maple tree