Flowers Flashcards
What is another name for the male parts of the flower?
Stamen
What is another name for the female parts of the flower?
Carpel/Pistil
Name the Stamen.
ANTHER,
FILIMENT
Name the Carpels/Pistils.
STIGMA
STYLE
OVARY
Name the other parts.
PETALS
SEPAL
NECTARINES
STEM
ROOTS
Name the functions of each Stamen.
ANTHER - contains pollen which will get stuck to insect or carried by wind.
FILIMENT - holds and supports the anther.
Name the functions of each Carpel/Pistil
STIGMA - is sticky and help collecting pollen.
STYLE - generates pollen tube and prevents uncompatible pollen from entering the ovary.
OVARY - contains the ovulues which are needed for reproduction.
Name the functions of the OTHER parts.
PETALS - to make the flower look pretty and to attract insects.
SEPAL - to protect flower bud as it develops.
NECTARINES - produces nectar and the sweet smell attracts other animals.
STEM - to support the flower and keep it upright. to transport nutrients from the roots to the plant.
ROOTS - takes in water and nutrients.