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Lesson 54 of 84 · Animals
ExperimentRoots, Stems, and Leaves (Part 2)
What You'll Learn
Roots hold the plant in the ground and soak up water and nutrients from the soil.
Key Words
- insect
- mammal
Materials Needed
- tape
- small pots
- cotton balls
- zip-lock bags
- labels
- seeds
Safety First
- Do not taste any materials.
- Wear safety goggles when mixing liquids.
Steps
Step 1 — Read
Read and learn: Roots hold the plant in the ground and soak up water and nutrients from the soil.
Step 2 — Do
Measure using your ruler or measuring cup.
Step 3 — Observe
Draw a picture of what you observe.
Step 4 — Record
Share your results with a partner.
Check Your Understanding
Question 1
1 of 3Which part of a plant takes in water?