plants Flashcards

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1
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define spores

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spores are the reproductive structures of some non flowering plants and fungi

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if the flowers grow in clusters, do the fruit of the tree grow singly or in bunches

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grow in bunches because the fruits are formed from the flowers and the tree’s flowers grew in clusters

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3
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what characteristics do seeds dispersed by animals have

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juicy, fragrant, sweet or brightly coloured fruit, hard seeds, have hooks or stiff hair

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what characteristics do seeds dispersed by wind have

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dry, light, small, have wing-like or parachute-like structures that allow them to be easily carried away by the wind

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what characteristics do seeds dispersed by water have

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have waterproof outer layer or fibrous husks to help stay afloat in water

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what characteristics do seeds dispersed by explosive action have

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have fruit walls that split open with a sudden force when ripe, shooting the seeds out in different directions

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