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Plants
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Biology
9th Grade
05/25/2014

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What are the general characteristics of a plant?
Definition
Eukaryotes, cell wall, photosynthesis.
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What is the diploid phase of a plant called?
Definition
Spporophyte.
Term
What is function of the xylem.
Definition
Carries water upwards from roots to the rest of the plant.
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What is the function of the phloem?
Definition
transports nutrients, carbohydrates produced by photosynthesis.
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What is a seed?
Definition
embryo, food supply in a protective covering.
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What is the male gametophyte in plants called?
Definition
pollen grain.
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What is annuals?
Definition
They grow and die in just one growing season.
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What is biennials?
Definition
grow and die every two years/every two growing seasons.
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What is perennials?
Definition
They grow and die every 4 years/every four growing seasons.
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Which plant organ is most involved in photosynthesis?
Definition
Leaf.
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