Science SOL 4.4
Parts of a Plant
ROOTS
  • act like straws for plant to drink
  • absorb minerals from soil

STEM
  • acts like the elevator that transports nutrients
  • support the plant

LEAF
  • acts as the kitchen to make food for the plant
  • traps light and carbon dioxide during photosynthesis

FLOWER
  • acts as the mom and dad of the plant
  • makes seeds that make more plants
Picture from:
http://www.mbgnet.net/bioplants/parts.html
BASIC PARTS OF A PLANT
Can you name the basic parts of a
plant in the picture below?
Make sure to learn the
photosynthesis song!