The plant transport system

The Plant Transport System

Conditions for Photosynthesis

• Carbon Dioxide• Sunlight• Water

Conditions for Respiration

• Oxygen• Water• Food

The Parts of a Plant

• Roots• Stem• Leaves• Flowers• Fruits• Seeds

Roots

• Absorb water and mineral salts from the ground

• Hold the plant firmly to the ground

Stem

• Hold the plant upright to trap sunlight• Transport water, mineral salts and food.

Leaves

• To make food for the plant

Flowers

• To brighten up the surrounding• Develop into fruits• Not all plants have flowers

Fruits

• Contain and protect the seeds• Some can be edible while some cannot be

edible

Seeds

• Grow into new plants to ensure the continuity of their own kind

• Carry on the cycle

Xylem tubes

• Water-carrying tube• Transport water from the roots to other parts

of the plant

Phloem tube

• Food-carrying tube• Transport food from the leaves to other parts

of the plant

Videos

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OQT6piZOX7c

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=mj6aG0pzsC0

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=r-z7hbCFI2o

• http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3UpxovjA9y0

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