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