Plant 3 Flashcards
What are the seven life processes of living things?
Growing, reproducing, feeding, moving, breathing, excreting, sensing.
GRaF Me BE Sense (Growing, Reproducing, Feeding, Moving, Breathing, Excreting, Sensing)
What differentiates living things from non-living things?
Living things carry out all seven life processes; non-living things do not.
7 Processes = Life
Give an example of a non-living thing that can appear alive under certain conditions.
Yeast, which starts bubbling when given sugar and heat.
Yeast ‘wakes up’ with sugar and heat
What are the four main parts of a plant and their functions?
Roots: Anchor and absorb, Stem: Support and carry, Leaves: Make food via photosynthesis, Flowers: Attract pollinators and reproduce.
RSFL - Roots Stay Firm, Leaves Flower (Roots, Stem, Leaves, Flowers)
What part of the plant helps store water and grow in arid areas?
Leaves, like those of aloe, which are thick and store water.
Aloe’s Leaves = Water Tanks
What four things do plants need to grow?
Water, light, warmth, and air.
Plants WLWA (Water, Light, Warmth, Air)
What happens if a plant doesn’t get enough water?
The stems weaken, and the leaves become dry and small.
Dry Water = Dry Plant
Why is light important for plants?
It helps in photosynthesis, which is necessary for growth.
Light = Life (Photosynthesis)
What is germination?
The process where a seed sprouts and grows into a plant.
Germination = Growth Start
What is required for a seed to germinate?
Warmth, light, and water.
Warm Light Water (WLW)
How can new plants grow from cuttings?
A leaf and stem cutting placed in water and warmth will grow roots and can develop into a new plant.
Cut + Water = Root (New Plant)
How do thick, prickly fruit skins benefit a plant?
They protect the plant against predators.
Thick Skin = Tough Defense
Why do some plants have feathery seeds?
To aid in easy dispersal by wind.
Feathers Fly (Seeds Disperse)
What is the benefit of colorful flowers to plants?
They attract pollinators like bees and birds.
Bright Flowers = Buzz Bees
