Who Needs Dirt?

Who Needs Dirt?

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Science, Biology, Other

4th - 9th Grade

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The video explores how plants obtain necessary resources to survive, emphasizing that dirt is not essential. It explains the roles of plant organs—roots, stems, and leaves—in acquiring light, water, carbon dioxide, oxygen, and nutrients. The video introduces hydroponics as a method to grow plants without soil, highlighting its benefits in nutrient-poor environments.

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1.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is the role of dirt in plant growth according to the video?

Dirt provides all necessary nutrients for plants.

Dirt is the most important resource for plant growth.

Dirt is the only source of water for plants.

Dirt is not essential for plant growth.

2.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

Which organ in plants is primarily responsible for photosynthesis?

Flowers

Leaves

Stems

Roots

3.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What gas do plants need for photosynthesis?

Carbon Dioxide

Oxygen

Nitrogen

Hydrogen

4.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

How do stems contribute to a plant's survival?

They transport water and nutrients.

They anchor the plant in place.

They produce seeds.

They absorb sunlight.

5.

MULTIPLE CHOICE QUESTION

30 sec • 1 pt

What is hydroponics?

A way to grow plants using only sunlight.

A method of growing plants in soil.

A technique of growing plants without soil.

A process of breeding plants for better yield.