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fibrous root |
consist of several main roots that branch off to form a mass of roots; examples are grass, corn and some trees. |
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taproots |
consist of one large, main root with smaller roots branching off; examples are carrots, dandelions or cacti. |
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seed coat |
surrounds the embryo and stored food (cotyledon); protects the embryo from injury and also from drying out. |
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germination |
series of events that results in the growth of a plant from a seed. |
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fertilization |
occurs when pollen transfers from the anther of the stamen to the stigma of |
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plant development |
Over time the seeds grows into a mature plant with the structures necessary to produce more plants. |
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seed production |
Once the ovule is fertilized it develops into a seed; a fruit then develops to protect the seed. |
