What is the function of the leaves?

Captures sunlight for photosynthesis

Why is horticulture important to our environment?

It conserves wildlife habitats and cleans air

What is the definition of horticulture?

The art and science of growing plants

How do fruits help plants?

By protecting and dispersing seeds

What do plants need to perform photosynthesis?

Water, sunlight, and carbon dioxide

What is the function of the stem?

Supports the plant and transports nutrients

What is the function of the flower?

Reproduction and seed production

What is olericulture?

The science of growing and studying vegetables

The science of growing and studying fruits

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1
What is the function of the leaves?
Supports the plant and transports nutrients
Captures sunlight for photosynthesis
Produces seeds for reproduction
Absorbs water and minerals from the soil
2
Why is horticulture important to our environment?
It produces medicines
It increases urban areas
It only provides jobs
It conserves wildlife habitats and cleans air
3
What is the definition of horticulture?
The study of animal behavior
The art and science of growing plants
The process of manufacturing plant-based products
The conservation of wildlife habitats
4
How do fruits help plants?
By providing support to the plant
By protecting and dispersing seeds
By producing food through photosynthesis
By absorbing water and nutrients
5
What purpose does the endosperm serve in a seed?
Facilitates water absorption
Aids in seed dispersal
Provides food for the embryo
Protects the seed from predators
6
Which of these is NOT a part of a seed?
Endosperm
Embryo
Seed coat
Chloroplast
7
What type of plant scientist studies and grows flowering plants?
Floriculturist
Botanist
Arborist
Horticulturist
8
Which of these is NOT a function of roots?
Producing seeds
Supporting the plant's structure
Anchoring the plant
Absorbing water and nutrients
9
What is the main function of the fruit?
To spread seeds
To provide energy to the plant
To support the stem
To absorb sunlight
10
Which career involves designing outdoor spaces?
Landscape Architect
Botanist
Floriculturist
Arborist
11
Does a seed require soil to grow?
YES
NO
12
What do plants need to perform photosynthesis?
Heat, light, and soil
Water, sunlight, and carbon dioxide
Nutrients, oxygen, and water
Soil, seeds, and oxygen
13
What is the function of the stem?
Captures sunlight for photosynthesis
Absorbs water and minerals from the soil
Supports the plant and transports nutrients
Produces seeds for reproduction
14
Which of these careers involves maintaining trees?
Turfgrass Specialist
Botanist
Horticulturist
Arborist
15
What is the function of the flower?
Provides support to the plant
Captures sunlight for energy
Reproduction and seed production
Absorbs water and nutrients
16
What skill is NOT needed for a career in plant science?
Cooking skills
Plant identification
Understanding plant biology
Soil science
17
Which part of the seed becomes the root?
Cotyledon
Radicle
Hypocotyl
Epicotyl
18
What is olericulture?
The management and care of tree plantations
The science of growing and studying vegetables
The cultivation of medicinal plants
The study of ornamental plants and flowers
19
During which stage does a seed start to grow?
Flowering stage
Mature plant
Seedling stage
Germination
20
What is pomology?
The cultivation and management of vegetable crops
The study of soil and its properties
The art of landscape design
The science of growing and studying fruits

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