Plant Biolgy Flashcards
What is necessary for germination
Dampness,oxygen
What is necessary for healthy seed growth
Light and warmth
What is the word equation for respiration
Light
Carbon dioxide+ water=glucose+oxygen
Chlorophyll
What is needed for photosynthesis to occur
Light
What colour does hydrogen bicarbonate indicator go when carbon dioxide is added and taken away
When it’s added it goes orange or yellow
When it’s removed it goes purple
Why does a plant need leaves
A plant needs a leaf because leaves have a large surface area which absorbs a lot of sunlight so it can photosynthesise more
Why does a plant need a stem
The stem transports water and minerals up to the plant and sugars up and down the plant
Why does a plant need roots
Roots have a large surface area which make them great for absorbing water and nutrients that the plant needs to survive
