Plant Parts and Growth Crossword

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Across
  1. 2. process that all plants and other organisms use to convert light into oxygen
  2. 5. center female reproduction organ
  3. 7. The swollen base of the pistil that contains ovules, which develop into seeds after fertilization.
  4. 8. the sticky tip on the pistil that receives pollen
  5. 9. heavy, nutrient rich, and holds water well type of soil
  6. 10. loose soil on the ground
  7. 11. The part of the flower stalk where the parts of the flower are attached
  8. 14. Usually the most colorful part, which serves to attract pollinators
  9. 17. stalk that supports the flower
Down
  1. 1. sugary liquid produced by nectaries to attract pollinators like bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds
  2. 3. light energy source for photosynthesis, needed for plant growth
  3. 4. liquid that all plants need to grow
  4. 6. Outermost layer, that is green and protects the flower bud
  5. 7. an element essential for all life to breath in
  6. 8. stalk that connects the stigma to the ovary
  7. 9. a gas composed of carbon and oxygen atoms that is necessary for plants to preform photosynthesis
  8. 12. part of the stamen where pollen is produced
  9. 13. male part that supports the anther
  10. 15. fertile, moisture retentive type of soil, but can compact easily
  11. 16. light, warm, drains quickly, low in nutrients soil