WorksheetsSeed Dispersal and germination
Total questions: 11
Worksheet time: 6mins
The purpose of seed dispersal is for the seeds to __________.
germinate at the same time
move to the same place and grow
move further away from the parent plant
compete with one another for minerals in the soil
Why it is better for seeds to be scattered far and wide?
To provide shelter to other animals.
For farmers to see which soil is good for the plants.
For plants to have a better chance of growing healthier.
State the characters ideal for dispersion by wind.
Small, light and hair-like
Small, light and sharp hooks
Big, light and fibrous husk
Big, light and explode
How are coconuts dispersed?
by animals
by water
by wind
My pod splits open and seeds are thrown out with a force. What is likely my dispersal method?
wind
water
animals
explosion
How are dandelion seeds dispersed?
by animals
by explosion or bursting
by wind
Germination is _________________________________.
when a seed starts to grow
when an egg and pollen join together
when pollen moves stamen to stigma
when a plant makes its own food.
A seed needs __________, __________ and a __________ to germinate.
soil, water, air
suitable temperature, water, sunlight
air, water, suitable temperature
water, air, sunlight
I have hooks on my seed, so that I can stick to animals body and get dispersed. Who am I?
Water lily
Cocklebur
Balsam
Drumstick
Which of the following sets of plants disperse their seeds by Explosion?
Cotton, Xanthium, Tigernail
Maple, Rose
Balsam, Pea, Bean
Lotus, Dandelion
