The Science Book 2 Flashcards
Why are the petals of flowers colorful?
To attract insects in search of nectar and animals looking for pollen.
What is the function of the hairs found on the roots of plants?
Absorb water
Dissolve minerals from the soil
What is the main purpose of a flower on a plant?
Reproductive system.
How are bacteria cells different than eukaryotic cells?
These prokaryotic cells are smaller and they have no nucleus.
What is the paunch of ruminant animals and what is its purpose?
Fermentation chamber
Contain billions of bacteria that decompose cellulose.
What are some of the positive benefits that bacteria has afforded humanity?
Bacterial fermentation used for preservation. (Pickling).
Yogurt
Soy sauce
Waste water purification.
How many cells do bacteria have?
- Single celled