seed dispersal

Question 1

how are seeds dispersed

Answer 1

when seeds are dispersed away from each other, this is so that they have space to grow.

Question 2

The main methods of seed dispersal

Answer 2

Wind
Animal
Water
Explosive

Question 3

Wind dispersal

Answer 3

the wind usually catches fruit as they have a small mass and extensions that parachutes or wings.

Question 4

Animal dispersal

Answer 4

Internally- as fruits are usually bright colours, this attracts animals to them. When the seed goes through an animal, it is not damaged as the seed has a hard coat.

Question 5

Animal dispersal 2

Answer 5

Externally- some fruits have hooks which stick to animals. the seeds get caught in there fur.

Question 6

Water dispersal

Answer 6

When plants live near water, they usually disperse with a small mass on water. Seeds are then transported away from the parent plant in streams or rivers.

Question 7

Explosive dispersal

Answer 7

When a fruit is ripe they usually burst open. This means it is usually sweet.