The document summarizes the key parts and functions of plants - roots anchor the plant and take in water and minerals from the soil, stems transport water and nutrients between the roots and leaves, and leaves use energy from sunlight through photosynthesis to produce food while releasing oxygen. It also reviews that the main plant parts are roots, stems, leaves and flowers, and asks questions about the functions of roots, stems and leaves.

1. 10-16-14 Science
C1 Notes
Roots Stems Leaves
1.· hold
plants in
ground
2.take
water and
minerals
from the
soil.
1. hold up
leaves,
flower, and
fruit.
2. carry
water,
food, and
minerals
through
plant.
1. use
energy
from the
sun to
make food.
2. take in
carbon
dioxide and
release
oxygen.

2. The 4 main parts of a plant:
· roots
· stem
· leaves
· flower
1. Explain how a root keeps a plant stable in
the ground.
A root keeps a plant stable in the ground by
2. What characteristic of stems helps transport
water and minerals to leaves?
________ carry water and minerals from the
roots to the leaves.

3. 10-20-14 Science
1. What is the source of the energy plants use
to make food?
The source of energy that plants use to make
food is ____________________.
2. Where do plants store sugar? Plants store
sugar in ___________, _______ and
________.
H.O.T. Compare a straw and a stem - how are
they alike?
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