Seeds and Germination

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
adaptation

Materials Needed

magnifying glass
paper towels
markers

Safety First

Be careful with scissors — ask an adult for help if needed.

Steps

Step 1 — Read

Review the background information on Stoichiometry 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?