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Seed dispersion

Total questions: 11

Worksheet time: 6mins

Name
Class
Date
1.

It is the spreading of seeds to other places.

a)

germination

b)

habitat

c)

seed dispersal

2.

The purpose of seed dispersal is for the seeds to __________.

a)

germinate at the same time

b)

move to the same place and grow

c)

move further away from the parent plant

d)

compete with one another for minerals in the soil

3.

How are dandelion seeds dispersed?

a)

by animals

b)

by explosion or bursting

c)

by wind

4.

How are raspberries dispersed?

a)

by animals

b)

by explosion or bursting

c)

by water

5.

Why it is better for seeds to be scattered far and wide?

a)

To provide shelter to other animals.

b)

For farmers to see which soil is good for the plants.

c)

For plants to have a better chance of growing healthier.

6.
I have parachute like structures. What is likely my dispersal method?
a)
wind
b)
water 
c)
animals
d)
explosive action
7.
I have hooks to cling to animal fur. What is likely my dispersal method?
a)
wind
b)
water 
c)
animals
d)
explosive action
8.
I have hooks to cling to animal fur. What is likely my dispersal method?
a)
wind
b)
water 
c)
animals
d)
explosive action
9.

What are the characteristic of the seeds dispersed by man and animals?


A: Can float on water

B: Sweet and juicy

C: Have hooks or stiff hairs

D: Have wing-like structures and are light

a)

A and B only

b)

B and C only

c)

C and D only

d)

A, B and C only

10.
My pod splits open and seeds are thrown out with a force. What is likely my dispersal method?
a)
wind
b)
water 
c)
animals
d)
explosive action
11.

State the characters ideal for dispersion by wind.

a)

Small, light and hair-like

b)

Small, light and sharp hooks

c)

Big, light and fibrous husk

d)

Big, light and explode