Corn Anatomy Review

3. wraps around the stem node. It plays a role of protecting and supporting the leaf.
7. the stigma and style of the female part of the ear, transports the pollen to the kernels.
9. are the location of photosynthesis.
10. the structure that contains the kernels of corn that form after fertilization.
13. Protective outer covering of the corn kernel.
15. type of corn with smallest kernels composed of a hard, flinty starch.
16. type of endosperm that is soft, white in color.
17. The point of attachment to the ear.

1. the roots that form above ground and grow down into the soil to keep the plant standing.
2. type of endosperm that is hard, orange/yellow in color.
4. type of corn harvested during immaturity to retain high moisture and sugar levels for consumption.
5. Food for the seedling.
6. the top and male part of the corn plant. It contains the pollen.
8. type of corn used in animal feeds and ethanol production.
11. grow underground and bring water and nutrients to the rest of the plant.
12. Undeveloped seedling.
13. the pathway for nutrients to move up and down the plant.
14. The outer end of the kernel.
17. the leaf structure that wraps around the ear of corn and helps protect the corn.