Across
- 1. to anchor the plant and to absorb water and nutrients from the soil
- 4. to attract pollinators, such as insects and birds, with their color and scent, and to protect the internal reproductive parts of the flower, especially from predators and the elements
- 9. the female reproductive organ of a flower, housing and protecting the ovules that develop into seeds after fertilization
- 10. flowers are born in California
- 11. to protect the embryo and disperse the next generation of plants by providing the necessary nutrients for its initial development and survival until it can photosynthesize on its own
- 12. serves as a pathway for the pollen tube to grow from the stigma down to the ovary, delivering sperm cells to fertilize the ovules and create seeds
- 13. perform photosynthesis, converting sunlight into energy for the plant to create food
Down
- 2. the head moves with the sun
- 3. to receive and trap pollen
- 5. flower is as small as a grain of rice
- 6. protect the developing flower bud and provide support for the mature flower
- 7. what do plants reproduce or pollinate through?
- 8. tall how tall is the largest flower
- 11. provide support for leaves, flowers, and fruits, to transport water, minerals, and sugars between the roots and leaves, and to sometimes store food and water
- 12. produce and hold pollen