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2. is part of a plant makes food for it.

(a) Root (b) Leaf (c) Flower (d) Bud

3. e part of a plant that grows under the soil is
(a) leaf (b) stem (c) root (d) bud

B. Write True or False.

1. e stem holds the plant in soil.

2. e tap root has one main root and many small branches.

3. e potato is a root.
C. Answer these questions.

1. Name di erent parts of a plant.

2. How are brous roots di erent from tap roots?

3. How are roots important to the plant?

4. What are the functions of the stem?

5. What is the function of stomata present on the leaves?

D. Life Skill

Your mother brought fruits like jamun, papaya and mango. How many seeds do you
observe in these fruits?

Think and Answer • Critical Thinking

1. Plants should not be kept in closed rooms. Why?

2. Why do gardeners use moss sticks to trail money plants?
3. Why are seeds important to the plant?

Let Us Do • Hands-on Learning

Bring one vegetable or fruit of your choice to the class. Cut each vegetable or fruit into

two halves and study the number of seeds present in it.

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