Seeds and Germination (Part 2)

What You'll Learn

Plants reproduce through seeds or spores. Flowering plants produce seeds inside fruits, while conifers produce seeds in cones. Ferns and mosses reproduce using tiny spores.

Key Words

decomposer
food web

Materials Needed

ruler
magnifying glass
paper towels
markers

Safety First

Tie back long hair before starting the experiment.
Protect your work surface with newspaper or plastic.
Adult supervision recommended.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Review the background information on Solutions before starting.

Step 2 — Do

Design a controlled experiment: grow plants under different light conditions (full sun, partial shade, no light). Water equally and measure growth daily for one week.

Step 3 — Observe

Watch carefully for any changes and note the time.

Step 4 — Record

Create a data table to organize your measurements.

Check Your Understanding

Question 1

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What is germination?