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| 1. | Describe the functions of various parts of a plant. | 
| Answer» The functions of various parts of a plant are as below. 1. Root: (a) Fixation: It anchors the plant body to the soil, so helps in fixation, (b) Absorption: It absorbs water and nutrients from the soil, so helps in absorption, (c) Conduction: The root translocates water and mineral salts into the stem. (d) Storage: A certain amount of food is stored in the root which is utilized as it grows. (e) Preventing soil erosion: It helps to bind the soil particles and prevent them from being blown away by wind or water. 2. Stem: (a) It supports and holds leaves, flower and fruits, (b) The stem conducts the water and minerals from roots to leaves and fruits, (c) It stores the food. 3. Leaves: (a) It synthesizes food for the plant, (b) Stomata, the tiny openings in the leaf help in gaseous exchange and are responsible for the process of transpiration. 4. Flower: It helps in pollination. 5. Fruit: (a) It protects the seed, (b) It helps in seed dispersal. 6. Seed: A new plant develops from it. | |