Las características de las plantas Flashcards
What is the primary characteristic that distinguishes plants from other living organisms?
Plants are autotrophic, meaning they can produce their own food through photosynthesis.
True or False: All plants have flowers.
False. Not all plants produce flowers; for example, ferns and mosses do not.
Fill in the blank: Plants primarily absorb water and nutrients through their __________.
roots
What is the role of chlorophyll in plants?
Chlorophyll is a pigment that allows plants to absorb sunlight for photosynthesis.
Which part of the plant is responsible for photosynthesis?
The leaves are primarily responsible for photosynthesis.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of plant? A) Fern B) Oak C) Mushroom D) Cactus
C) Mushroom
What process do plants use to convert sunlight into chemical energy?
Photosynthesis
True or False: Plants can move from one place to another.
False. Plants are stationary organisms.
What is the main function of plant stems?
Stems support the plant and transport nutrients and water between roots and leaves.
Fill in the blank: The structure that protects the plant embryo and aids in seed dispersal is called the __________.
seed
What type of plant reproduces via spores?
Ferns and mosses reproduce via spores.
Multiple Choice: Which part of the plant is primarily responsible for water absorption? A) Leaves B) Roots C) Stems D) Flowers
B) Roots
True or False: All plants require sunlight to grow.
True. Most plants require sunlight for photosynthesis.
What are the two main groups of flowering plants?
Angiosperms and gymnosperms.
Fill in the blank: The process by which plants lose water vapor through small openings in their leaves is called __________.
transpiration
What is the function of plant leaves?
Leaves are primarily responsible for photosynthesis and gas exchange.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a non-vascular plant? A) Pine tree B) Moss C) Rose D) Willow
B) Moss
True or False: Plants can grow in complete darkness.
False. Plants need light for photosynthesis.
What type of plant has seeds that are not enclosed in an ovary?
Gymnosperms
Fill in the blank: The part of the plant that produces pollen is called the __________.
anther
What is the importance of plant roots?
Roots anchor the plant and absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of dicot plants? A) Parallel leaf veins B) Flower parts in multiples of three C) Two seed leaves D) Non-woody stems
C) Two seed leaves
True or False: Plants can be classified as either herbaceous or woody.
True.
What is the primary purpose of flowers in flowering plants?
Flowers are primarily for reproduction, attracting pollinators to facilitate fertilization.
