Chapter II

In this chapter, concepts about the Sawdust, Brassica Rapa Chinensis, and loam soil. The

existing literature and studies in this chapter address different concepts, and ideas that will

support the research. Moreover, this chapter provides a brief overview of local and foreign

literature and studies that are relevant to these studies.

Plants in General

Everywhere we go, we can always find different kinds and species of plants. How

do they increase their population and create new generations? Plant growth can be

impacted by a variety of environmental factors, including light, air quality, water quality

and availability, nutrients, and space. For example, too much or too little light can inhibit

growth, as can poor air quality or insufficient water. Nutrients are also essential for plant

growth, and a lack of space can limit root growth and ultimately lead to stunted growth

(Let’s Talk Science, 2019). The word ‘plant’ encompasses a wide range of living

organisms, all of which belong to the kingdom Plantae and share a range of

characteristics. Plants are photosynthetic and contain a green pigment called chlorophyll,

which enables plants to convert energy from the sun into food. Plants store their food as

starch. Most plants are rooted to one place – some plants can orientate leaves towards the

sun and some respond to touch. Plant cell walls are rigid as they’re made of cellulose.

The life cycle of plants includes both a sporophyte and a gametophyte generation. The

two generations alternate, each giving rise to the other. This is called ‘alternation of

generations' (Science Learning Hub, n.d.).