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They suck them up out of the ground using a system called osmosis.
Actually its done by its water potential gradient and transpiration...where the water is transfered through the xylem and the mineral salts in the ploem
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∙ 13y ago
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∙ 13y agoMost plants absorb the water and dissolved minerals (salts) they require for growth from the soil through their root systems.
Plants which do not live in the soil (like orchids) absorb the nutrients they need from decaying plant matter that gets trapped between their roots on the stems of the trees where they are growing.
Other plants like insectivorous Venus fly Traps supplement their nutrients (as they live in very poor soils) by catching small insects and "digesting" them.
The plant also synthesises sugars (glucose) through the process of photosynthesis
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∙ 12y agoPlants obtain nutrients by photosynthesis.
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∙ 8y agothey get it through their roots. Energy they get from the sun
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∙ 11y agoThrough their roots and through their leaves. Photosynthesis then makes use of the nutrients and substances gotten from the ground or through air.
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∙ 14y agoPlants absorb their nutrients through the soil through their roots. They also use sunlight, in a process called photosynthesis to create energy for them to use.
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∙ 12y agoA process called photosynthesis. The plants absorb energy from the sunlight.
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∙ 10y agoPlants generally get water and other nutrients from the soil through their roots.
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Why is water used to water plants?
Because plants need water to live. Their roots need moisture, to be able to absorb the nutrients from their soil. If their roots dry out, they won't get the food they need and they'll die. However, some plants don't require "watering" but just a light misting. They get their nutrients from the air. But, they do still need some moisture-just not much.
Why is water important to plants?
Because water is the important role of growing the plants due to the fact that it provides plenty of nutrients for the plant. And, plants are living things, and remember all living things need water to survive.
Do nonvascular plants absorb water and nutrients?
Yes, Nonvascular Plants do not have vessels. Nonvascular plants are found in damp environments and are only a few cells thick, so they are able to absorb water and nutrients from it directly through their cell walls. Vascular plants are more complex and are thick, so they need vessels to get their water and nutrients. See related question
What are some nutrients that humans get from plants?
There are a few nutrients that a human can get from plants. You can get water, medicine and herbs from plants.
What are the basic requirements for plants to survive?
Plants need Sunlights, soil, and water maybe oxygen to live. The right answer would be plants need Sunlight nutrients water and air. The reason i did not say soil is because i do auqaponics which does not use soil it only has water and fish, that can be harvested to eat. The plants roots are hanging in water with no soil and all they need is a constant flow of water and air. The water has fish feces and other things from the fish. The water is naturally filtered by the plants so the water should be very clean and the fish should most likely eat some of the roots of your plants but the plants still grow.
What nutrients and minerals do plants need and why?
Plants grow from what they need is the sun, soil, water, and the nutrients in the soil.
What are three basic nutrients needed by plants?
Plants need sunlight, water and soil nutrients to grow. Some plants can grow in hydroponic conditions so they get their nutrients in the water and grow without the soil.
What do plants and animals need to stay alive?
Water and nutrients
Why do plants need water to live?
well they need it because it will put nutrients in it
Basic things plants need to grow?
They need water , light, and nutrients.
Why is plants use water?
Water is useful to plants because cells need water to transport nutrients around the cell.
Do plants grow better in the dark with nutrients or in the sunlight with nutrients?
in the sunlight because plants need sunlight,water,fertilizer to grow!!!!!!!!
What nutrients do bean plants need to grow?
they need water,soil,sunlight,and air
Why is water used to water plants?
Because plants need water to live. Their roots need moisture, to be able to absorb the nutrients from their soil. If their roots dry out, they won't get the food they need and they'll die. However, some plants don't require "watering" but just a light misting. They get their nutrients from the air. But, they do still need some moisture-just not much.
Plants living on land get water and nutrients from the?
They get their nutrients from the roots they grow underground. The roots "soak" up the nutrients and water the plant needs.
What do all living plants need to survive?
light, air, water, and nutrients
What do plants need to live succesfully on land?
sun water air nutrients
