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- 5. A tall plant with a trunk and branches that grow above the ground. It provides shade and produces oxygen.
- 7. The part of a plant that grows underground. It absorbs water and nutrients from the soil and anchors the plant.
- 8. A low-growing plant with long, narrow leaves. It often forms lawns and is commonly found in meadows.
- 11. A plant or part of a plant that is used as food. It is usually savory and can be cooked in various ways.
- 12. The fine powder produced by the male part of a flower. It is carried by insects, wind, or other means to fertilize plants.
- 14. The part of a flowering plant that contains seeds. It is usually sweet and can be eaten.
- 15. The colorful, leaf-like part of a flower. It is often soft and delicate and helps attract pollinators.
- 16. A small, dormant object produced by a plant that can grow into a new plant when placed in the right conditions.
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- 1. The colorful part of a plant that often has a pleasant smell. It attracts insects and is used to make beautiful bouquets.
- 2. A type of plant that usually grows in dry areas and has thick, fleshy stems. It is adapted to conserve water.
- 3. The process by which plants use sunlight, carbon dioxide, and water to produce food and oxygen.
- 4. A small to medium-sized woody plant with several stems. It is shorter than a tree and is often used for landscaping.
- 6. A plant with long, thin stems that climb or trail along surfaces. It often produces fruits, such as grapes or tomatoes.
- 9. The main structural part of a plant that supports the leaves, flowers, and fruits. It transports water and nutrients.
- 10. A type of plant that has feathery leaves and reproduces by spores. It is often found in shady, moist areas.
- 13. The flat, green part of a plant that grows from the stem or branch. It helps the plant make food through photosynthesis.
