chapter23C_Angiosperms Flashcards
angiosperms distinguishing characteristic
flowering plants
most successful plant group
angiosperms
why are angiosperms so successful
number of seeds produced and speed of reproduction through pollinators
Peduncle
flower stem
Receptacle
flower foundation, inside peduncle
Calyx
sepals together, protects bud, supports petals
Corolla
petals collectively together
Coralla uses
attracts insects through emitting odor
male reproductive part of angiosperms
stamen
Filament role male Angiosperm
supports anther
Anter role male Angiosperm
where pollen is produced
Angiosperm female reproductive structure
carpel
Stigma role female angiosperm
nectar secretion, catches than activates pollen with enzymes from nectar
Style role female Angiosperm
supports stigma, opens upon ova maturation
Ovary role female Angiosperm
ova location, ova turns to seed and ovary turns to fruit