Functions of parts of a flower practice exercise 3

Question 1

A farmer in Nakuru noticed that his tomato flowers were not turning into fruits. Which part of the flower might not be functioning properly and why? (1 mark)

Question 2

A student in Kakamega observed that despite bees visiting her sunflower plants, they still did not produce seeds. What flower part might be malfunctioning and why? (2 marks)

Question 3

A teacher covers the petals of a flower with a paper bag. After several days, there are no signs of pollination. Which part’s function was most affected and why? (2 marks)

Question 4

During a school trip to Karura Forest, pupils observed bees landing on the same part of every flower. Which part were the bees likely landing on, and what was its function? (2 marks)

Question 5

In a greenhouse experiment, flowers with cut-off stigmas failed to develop fruits. Explain the reason based on the function of the stigma. (2 marks)

Question 6

Mary noticed that flowers in her school garden had colourful petals but still were not producing fruits. What could be the reason based on the function of flower parts? (2 marks)

Question 7

Study the diagram below and explain how part W helps ensure that wind-pollinated plants can reproduce successfully. (2 marks)

Question 8

Study the diagram below and explain how part W helps ensure that wind-pollinated plants can reproduce successfully. (2 marks)

Question 9

Study the diagram below showing parts of a flower labelled J, K and L. Explain how each labelled part contributes to the plant’s reproduction. (3 marks)

Question 10

Study the diagram below showing parts of a flower labelled J, K and L. Explain how each labelled part contributes to the plant’s reproduction. (3 marks)

Question 11

Study the diagram below showing parts of a flower labelled J, K and L. Explain how each labelled part contributes to the plant’s reproduction. (3 marks)

Question 12

Use the table below to name ONE flower part that performs each function. (3 marks) Function Flower Part (Write One) Attracts bees to the flower Protects the flower before it opens Contains ovules that form seeds after fertilisation

Question 13

Use the table below to name ONE flower part that performs each function. (3 marks) Function Flower Part Attracts bees to the flower Protects the flower before it opens Contains ovules that form seeds after fertilisation

Question 14

Use the table below to name ONE flower part that performs each function. (3 marks) Function Flower Part Attracts bees to the flower ? Protects the flower before it opens ? Contains ovules that form seeds after fertilisation ?

Question 15

Use the table below to name ONE flower part that performs each function. (3 marks) Function Flower Part Attracts bees to the flower ? Protects the flower before it opens ? Contains ovules that form seeds after fertilisation ?

Question 16

Use the table below to name ONE flower part that performs each function. (3 marks) Function Flower Part Attracts bees to the flower ? Protects the flower before it opens ? Contains ovules that form seeds after fertilisation ?

Question 17

While visiting Naivasha, a farmer notices that wind-pollinated plants have exposed anthers. Explain how this adaptation helps in reproduction. (2 marks)

Question 18

While visiting Naivasha, a farmer notices that wind-pollinated plants have exposed anthers. Explain how helps in reproduction. (2 marks)

Question 19

While visiting Naivasha, a farmer notices that wind-pollinated plants have exposed anthers. Explain how helps in reproduction. (2 marks)

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