1. Nutrition in Plants Worksheet – Science

1. If a plant were exposed to only green light, what would be the likely impact on its photosynthesis rate? (Application in New Contexts)

2. Which molecule is produced during photosynthesis and stored as starch in plants? (Remember)

3. This plant is an example of _____________

4. Suppose a plant is found to have tiny, pear-shaped bladders that swiftly suck in small insects. What existing plant does it most closely resemble? (Application in New Contexts)

5. Mutual Benefit : Symbiosis :: Harm to Host : _______. (Analogy)

6. What is the main function of Rhizobium bacteria in leguminous plants? (Skill/Concept)

7. The transport system in plants includes structures labeled P, Q, R, and S. Their properties are listed below:
P: Conducts water and minerals from roots to leaves
Q: Green pigment involved in photosynthesis
R: Tiny pores on the leaf surface for gas exchange
S: Tissue that transports organic nutrients from leaves to other parts of the plant
P, Q, R, and S respectively are ____.

8. What mechanisms do insectivorous plants use to trap insects?
I. Sticky tentacles
II. Downward-pointing hairs
III. Trapdoor bladders
IV. Root penetration

9. Properties of structures E, F, G, and H are listed below:
E: Converts light energy to chemical energy
F: Absorbs water from the soil
G: Allows gas exchange
H: Transports sugars in the plant
E, F, G, and H respectively are ____.

10. Which plant has specialized leaves that close when touched by an insect? (Remember)