Plants and Photosynthesis

Question 1

photosynthesis

Answer 1

the process autotrophs use to produce their own organic molecules from inorganic molecules

Question 2

chlorophyll

Answer 2

pigment that is located in the chloroplasts of plant cells that absorbs light energy

Question 3

cuticle

Answer 3

waxy layer that helps prevent water loss through evaporation - covers the stem and leaves

Question 4

stomate

Answer 4

pores on the lower surface of the leaves that allow carbon dioxide to enter and oxygen to be released during photosynthesis without losing too much water

Question 5

sepal

Answer 5

encase the flower before it blooms

Question 6

angiosperms

Answer 6

flower, responsible for reproduction

Question 7

petal

Answer 7

useful in attracting pollinators

Question 8

stamen

Answer 8

in center of petals - consists of filament and anther

Question 9

filament

Answer 9

supports the anther - located in stamen

Question 10

anther

Answer 10

where pollen is produced - located in stamen

Question 11

pistil

Answer 11

consists of stigma, style, and ovary

Question 12

stigma

Answer 12

receives pollen

Question 13

style

Answer 13

leads to the ovary

Question 14

ovary

Answer 14

contains the ovules and where fertilization occurs

Question 15

ovule

Answer 15

in ovary

Question 16

seed

Answer 16

ovules within ovary develop into these after fertilization

Question 17

fruit

Answer 17

thick fleshy layer that protects the seed