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Plants and Flowers
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What nature words begin with letter U?
Some nature words that begin with the letter U include ultraviolet (referring to a type of light beyond the visible spectrum), umbra (the darkest part of a shadow), and underbrush (the vegetation growing beneath the main canopy in a forest). These terms are commonly used in various scientific fields related to nature and the environment.
Herbs are plants used for flavoring, medicinal purposes, or fragrances, typically characterized by their non-woody stems. Species, on the other hand, refers to a group of organisms that can interbreed and produce fertile offspring, serving as a fundamental category in biological classification. In the context of herbs, various species may provide distinct flavors and properties, contributing to their culinary or therapeutic uses. Together, herbs and species highlight the diversity of plant life and its applications in human culture.
What is the name of the flower which has 3 letters?
Oh, dude, the flower with three letters in its name is the "pea." Yep, like the vegetable but apparently also a flower. Who knew, right? So next time you're playing a word game and need a three-letter flower, just remember the pea!
Do crickets feed on algae and water reeds?
Crickets could eat reeds and algae but, since crickets are not well adapted to aquatic life they typically would not. There are examples of non-aquatic algae (such as lichens) that crickets could eat without getting their feet wet if you care to argue.
Light.
Heliotropism is the diurnal (daily) motion of plant parts (flowers or leaves) in response to the direction of the sun.
How do the flowers leaves and stems help plants meet their basic needs?
The flowers are the sexual organs. A basic need is to reproduce. The leaves make the food. The stems carry the food and water to every part of the plant that needs it much like our veins and arteries.
What are some plants that are similar to duckweed?
Some plants similar to duckweed include watermeal (Wolffia spp.), waterfern (Azolla spp.), and water lettuce (Pistia stratiotes). These plants are small, floating aquatic species that can be found in ponds, lakes, and slow-moving water bodies.
eat: photosynthesis
breathe: Not as we do, with lungs. which is an active process, but they do breathe by a passive process. Both plants and animals carry on a process called respiration which occurs on a cellular level and involves an exchange of oxygen and carbon dioxide. Plants mostly do this in their leaves, which in some ways are similar to our skin (which, incidentally, is the largest organ in our bodies).
The process by which all respiration takes place is called diffusion - plants 'breathe' through their leaves - the really cool thing is that they 'exhale' - ready? oxygen...which is why we want trees - because they breathe by 'inhaling' carbon dioxide and 'exhaling' oxygen for us to use in our bodies to do our own respiration.BTW - Animals breathe differently than plants. We do it in two places, in our lungs - as most people are aware - and also in our body tissues. Our lungs take in oxygen (that came from the plants respiration) and we put it in our blood, and at the same time release the carbon dioxide from the blood and put it into the atmosphere so the plants can use it. In addition, we also have a second type of breathing that occurs in all our bodies called tissue respiration. In our tissues, we take the oxygen from the blood and put it in the tissues, and at the same time take the carbon dioxide from the tissues and put it in the blood to be taken to the lungs.
Why do you have to breathe to produce energy?
To produce energy, our cells need oxygen to undergo the process of cellular respiration. Breathing brings oxygen into our bodies, where it is used to convert food (glucose) into energy (ATP) through a series of chemical reactions in the mitochondria of our cells. This energy is then utilized for various functions in our body.
What is the maximum water salinity level do indoor plants tolerate in PPM?
There is no basic number that can be applied to all indoor plants, it does vary by species. There are tools to help you figure out the specific answer for the plants you have. You can go to the plants.usda.gov website and enter the scientific name of the plant species and take a look at the profile page. It won't give you the PPM but it will give you an approximate tolerance. You may also find the book Abiotic Disorders of Landscape Plants, A Diagnostic Guide helpful.
How does a cold room affect photosynthesis?
Cold room affects photosynthesis, because light can travel very fastly in light air or vaccum.As cold air is heavy ,the sunlight can't reach the earth very fastly.Thus, cold air affects the photosynthesis.
What plant has sword like leaves and starts with the letter i?
The plant with sword-like leaves starting with the letter "i" is Iris. It is a flowering plant that belongs to the Iridaceae family and is known for its striking sword-shaped foliage.
What is a colourful leaf that attracts insects?
The monarch butterfly is attracted to the colourful leaves of milkweed plants due to their vibrant hues and unique patterns. These leaves contain toxins that make the monarch caterpillars unpalatable to predators, aiding in their protection. The bright colors act as a warning signal to predators that the monarch caterpillars are toxic and should be avoided.
What is the above ground portion of a plant called?
the above portion of the earth is called the earth's crust
How do plants perform photosynthesis in cold region?
Let us first take into account what effect a cold temperature has on photosynthesis.
Generally, if it is cold, there will be less sunlight and the enzymes cannot function at their optimum temperature. As a result of this, we can conclude that the rate of photosynthesis will slow down.
To adapt for this, plans generally have long, thin leaves to capture as much sunlight as possible. Organelles such as stroma which are involved in photosynthesis are located very close to the surface of the leaves to allow as much sun light to go into it as possible.
What common plants can produce glue?
Plants like pine trees, soybeans, and corn can produce natural adhesives or glues. These plants contain substances like resins in pine trees, proteins in soybeans, and starch in corn that can be extracted and used as natural adhesives in various applications.
Is there a weed or bug that lives in grass called red jacket?
"Red jacket" is another term for the araneus marmoreus or "marbled orb-weaver" spider. It is not a weed or bug that lives in grass.
How does a creepers adaptation help the plant get better sunlight?
Creeper plants begin life on the forest floor where there is little light, and they creep up the trunks of trees until they reach the canopy and are exposed to sunlight.
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Plants like succulents, ivy, fiddle leaf fig, and pothos can grow from stem cuttings. Placing a fresh cutting in water or soil can help encourage root development, which will facilitate growth into a new plant. Make sure to provide proper care and conditions for successful propagation.
What are the long slender 'stems' that grow along the surface of the ground -called?
Those long slender stems are called runners or stolons. They are horizontal above-ground stems that produce new plants at nodes along their length. They help plants propagate vegetatively and spread across the ground.
What do bacteria form in order to remain dormant for years?
Bacteria can form spores in order to remain dormant for years. Spores are a protective structure that allows bacteria to survive harsh conditions such as lack of nutrients, extreme temperatures, or exposure to chemicals. When conditions improve, spores can germinate and grow into active bacteria again.
