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Chapter 3
Lesson 3 Plant structures
| Term | Definition |
|---|---|
| Stomata | The surface layers of leaf have small openings, or pores. |
| Transpiration | The process by which water evaporates from a plants leaves. |
| Germination | The sprouting of the embryo out of a seed; Occurs when the embryo resumes it’s growth following dormancy |
| Respiration | The process that releases energy by breaking down glucose and other food molecules in the presence of oxygen. |
| Flower | The reproductive structure of an angiosperm. |
| Pollination | The transfer of pollen from male reproductive structures to female reproductive structures in plants. |
| List the three functions of roots | Roots anchor a plant in the ground, Absorb water and minerals from the soil, and sometimes absorb food. |
| Describe the 2 functions of stems | The stem carries substance between the plant’s roots and leaves. The system also provides support for the plant and holds up the leaves so they are exposed to the sun. |
| Describe the basic functions of leaves | Leaves captures the suns energy and carry out the food-making process of photosynthesis. |
| What is the difference between photosynthesis and cellular respiration | In photosynthesis plants Capture and use light energy to make food, Cellular respiration is the process that releases energy. |
| List the three what is a seed can be dispersed | The wind can carry it off, When animals eat fruit, the seeds inside the fruit pass through the animals digestive system. Water also disperses seeds that fall into oceans and rivers. |
| Label the basic parts of a flower (see diagram note sheet) | See diagram, note sheet. |
| Describe what each part of a flower does | Sepals protect the developing flower often green in color. The petals are generally the most colorful parts of a flower. The stamens are the male reproductive parts. The female parts, or pistils are found in the center of the most flowers.. |