Which structure commonly absorbs water from soil?
- Petals only.
- Roots.
- Seeds only.
Answer and explanation
Roots.
Roots, including root hairs, help absorb water and mineral nutrients.
Subjects
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Roots.
Roots, including root hairs, help absorb water and mineral nutrients.
A stem.
The stem supports and connects plant structures.
Leaves.
Leaves contain photosynthetic tissues in many plants.
Some plants, such as ferns, reproduce without flowers.
A valid nonflowering example is sufficient.
12
4 × 3 = 12 in the stated drawing.
Observe or draw their shape, size or edge pattern while leaving them attached.
Accept a careful non-destructive comparison.
Connect common plant structures with their roles.
Grades 1–4Connect common plant structures with their roles.
Grades 1–4Trace carbon as well as energy.
Grades 7–10Trace carbon as well as energy.
Grades 7–10Distinguish xylem, phloem and water loss.
Grades 8–11Distinguish xylem, phloem and water loss.
Grades 8–11Separate movement of pollen from fusion of gametes.
Grades 6–10Separate movement of pollen from fusion of gametes.
Grades 6–10Divide germinated seeds by all tested seeds, including those that did not germinate.
Grades 5–9Formula reference
Grades 5–9