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CHAPTER 22
Launch Lab What structures do plants have?
Most plants have structures that absorb light and others that take in water and
nutrients. In this lab, you will examine a plant and observe and describe structures
that help the plant survive.

Procedure 3. Gently remove the plant from the pot and

observe the plant structures in the soil. Do not
1. Read and complete the lab safety form.
break up the soil. Record your observations and
2. Carefully examine a potted plant provided by place the plant back into the pot.
your teacher. Use a magnifying lens to get a
4. In the space below, sketch your plant and label
closer look. Make a list of each type of structure
each part.
you observe.

Data and Observations

leaf

stem
leaf bud

root branch

root hair

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Analysis
1. Compare your list with those of other students. What structures were common to
all plants?
leaf,leaf bud,stem,tap root,root branch,root hairs

2. Infer how each structure might be related to a function of the plant.

leafs are green and flat so they can capture light for photosynthesis
the stems are rigid and upright,so they can hold up the leaves.the root are flexible so they can
move through the soil

3. Predict the type of structural adaptations of plants living in dry environments.

leaves would be small or reduced so they would not lose water
the plant would need some way to store water

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