Problem Analysis:
The task involves labeling the parts of a seed and filling in the blanks based on the labeled parts. The provided terms are:
seed coat, embryo, root, leaves, food.
Step-by-Step Solution:
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1. Labeling the Parts of the Seed:
The diagram shows a typical seed structure. Let's identify and label each part:
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Seed Coat: This is the outer protective layer of the seed. It is the hard, outer covering.
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Embryo: This is the young plant inside the seed. It consists of the root and shoot (leaves).
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Root: This is the part of the embryo that will grow downward into the soil to absorb water and nutrients.
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Leaves: These are the parts of the embryo that will grow upward and perform photosynthesis.
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Food (Endosperm or Cotyledon): This is the stored food supply within the seed that nourishes the embryo as it germinates.
Now, let’s match these labels to the diagram:
- The
outermost layer is the
seed coat.
- The
central green structure is the
embryo.
- Within the embryo, the
lower part is the
root.
- The
upper part of the embryo is the
leaves.
- The
larger, yellowish area surrounding the embryo is the
food storage (endosperm or cotyledon).
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Labeled Diagram:
- Top left:
seed coat
- Center:
embryo
- Lower left:
root
- Upper right:
leaves
- Right side:
food
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2. Filling in the Blanks:
Using the labeled parts, we can now fill in the blanks:
1.
A _______ protects the seed.
- The outer layer that protects the seed is the
seed coat.
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Answer: seed coat
2.
The _______ is the baby plant. It has a _______ which will grow down. The _______ will grow up.
- The
embryo is the baby plant.
- The
root grows downward.
- The
leaves grow upward.
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Answer: embryo, root, leaves
3.
The seed has stored _______ that the baby plant will use to grow.
- The stored food in the seed is used by the embryo for growth.
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Answer: food
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Final Answers:
1. A
seed coat protects the seed.
2. The
embryo is the baby plant. It has a
root which will grow down. The
leaves will grow up.
3. The seed has stored
food that the baby plant will use to grow.
Boxed Final Answer:
\[
\boxed{\text{seed coat, embryo, root, leaves, food}}
\]
Parent Tip: Review the logic above to help your child master the concept of part of a seed worksheet.
