Plants and What They Need — Flashcards

Grade 1 · Science · Flashcards

Study key plant vocabulary with these 12 flashcards!

Flashcards

roots: Underground plant parts that absorb water and nutrients from the soil.
stem: The upright part of a plant that supports leaves and carries water upward.
leaves: Flat green plant parts that capture sunlight and make food through photosynthesis.
flower: The colorful part of a plant that makes seeds so new plants can grow.
seed: A tiny structure that can grow into a new plant with the right conditions.
soil: The layer of earth that anchors plant roots and provides minerals.
photosynthesis: The process where plants use sunlight, water, and air to make food.
sunlight: Energy from the Sun that plants need to carry out photosynthesis.
water: A liquid that plants absorb through their roots to stay alive and grow.
fruit: The part of a plant that grows around seeds to protect them.
sprout: A tiny new plant just beginning to grow from a seed.
nutrients: Special minerals in the soil that help plants grow strong and healthy.