Use these interactive Flashcards to practice the vocabulary words from our Botany list.
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{
"id": 10620,
"front": "Stem",
"back": "Stem: The main body of a plant that supports branches, leaves, flowers, and fruits, conducting water and nutrients."
},
{
"id": 10621,
"front": "Root",
"back": "The root is the underground part of a plant that anchors it to the ground, absorbs water and nutrients."
},
{
"id": 10622,
"front": "Leaf",
"back": "A leaf is a flattened, green structure attached to a plant stem, typically the primary site for photosynthesis and transpiration."
},
{
"id": 10623,
"front": "Node",
"back": "A node in plant anatomy is the point on a stem where leaves, branches, or flowers are attached. It is a structural part."
},
{
"id": 10624,
"front": "Internode",
"back": "An internode is the section of a plant stem located between two nodes where leaves, branches, or flowers can grow."
},
{
"id": 10625,
"front": "Epidermis",
"back": "The outermost layer of cells in a plant, serving as a protective barrier against external factors such as pathogens and water loss."
},
{
"id": 10626,
"front": "Xylem",
"back": "Xylem is a type of plant tissue responsible for transporting water and nutrients from the roots to the rest of the plant."
},
{
"id": 10627,
"front": "Phloem",
"back": "Phloem is a complex tissue in plants that transports organic nutrients such as sugars and amino acids throughout the plant."
},
{
"id": 10628,
"front": "photosynthesis",
"back": "Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide into oxygen and glucose for energy."
},
{
"id": 10629,
"front": "transpiration",
"back": "Transpiration is the process by which plants release water vapor through their leaves into the atmosphere, helping to cool the plant."
},
{
"id": 10630,
"front": "stomata",
"back": "Stomata are small pores found on the surface of plant leaves that regulate gas exchange, allowing for photosynthesis and transpiration."
},
{
"id": 10631,
"front": "chlorophyll",
"back": "Chlorophyll is a green pigment found in chloroplasts of plants that absorbs sunlight for photosynthesis, converting it into energy."
},
{
"id": 10632,
"front": "respiration",
"back": "Respiration in Plant Physiology refers to the process where plants take in oxygen and release carbon dioxide to produce energy."
},
{
"id": 10633,
"front": "nutrient uptake",
"back": "Nutrient uptake in Plant Physiology refers to the process by which plants absorb essential nutrients from the soil for growth."
},
{
"id": 10634,
"front": "translocation",
"back": "Translocation in Plant Physiology refers to the process of movement of nutrients and other substances through the plant's vascular system."
},
{
"id": 10635,
"front": "taxonomy",
"back": "Taxonomy in plant taxonomy refers to the science of identifying, classifying, and naming plants based on their characteristics and relationships."
},
{
"id": 10636,
"front": "botany",
"back": "Botany is the scientific study of plants, including their classification, anatomy, physiology, ecology, and evolution within the field of biology."
},
{
"id": 10637,
"front": "species",
"back": "Species in plant taxonomy refers to a group of individuals that can reproduce among themselves and produce fertile offspring."
},
{
"id": 10638,
"front": "genus",
"back": "Genus refers to a rank in the classification system of plants, grouping closely related species with similar characteristics."
},
{
"id": 10639,
"front": "family",
"back": "Family in Plant Taxonomy refers to a group of plants that share similar characteristics and are classified together."
},
{
"id": 10640,
"front": "classification",
"back": "Classification in plant taxonomy refers to the systematic arrangement of plants into groups based on shared characteristics and evolutionary relationships."
},
{
"id": 10641,
"front": "phylogenetics",
"back": "Phylogenetics is the study of evolutionary relationships among plant species, based on genetic similarities and differences in their DNA sequences."
},
{
"id": 10642,
"front": "plant community",
"back": "A plant community is a group of plant species that interact with each other and their environment in a specific area."
},
{
"id": 10643,
"front": "ecosystem",
"back": "An ecosystem is a community of plants, animals, and microorganisms interacting with each other and their physical environment."
},
{
"id": 10644,
"front": "habitat",
"back": "Habitat refers to the specific environment where a plant species naturally grows and thrives, including its physical and biological characteristics."
},
{
"id": 10645,
"front": "biodiversity",
"back": "Biodiversity in plant ecology refers to the variety of plant species within a specific ecosystem or habitat."
},
{
"id": 10646,
"front": "species richness",
"back": "Species richness refers to the number of different plant species present in a specific area or ecosystem."
},
{
"id": 10647,
"front": "photosynthesis",
"back": "Photosynthesis is the process by which plants convert light energy into chemical energy, using carbon dioxide and water to produce glucose."
},
{
"id": 10648,
"front": "competition",
"back": "Competition in Plant Ecology refers to the struggle between plants for resources such as sunlight, water, and nutrients."
},
{
"id": 10649,
"front": "adaptation",
"back": "Adaptation in Plant Ecology refers to the process by which plants evolve characteristics to survive and thrive in their environment."
},
{
"id": 10650,
"front": "Genetics",
"back": "Genetics in Plant Genetics refers to the study of genes, heredity, and variation in plants to understand their traits and characteristics."
},
{
"id": 10651,
"front": "Genome",
"back": "Genome in plant genetics refers to the complete set of genes present in a plant species, including both nuclear and organelle DNA."
},
{
"id": 10652,
"front": "Genetic variation",
"back": "Genetic variation in plant genetics refers to the differences in DNA sequences among individuals within a plant species."
},
{
"id": 10653,
"front": "Genetic engineering",
"back": "Genetic engineering in plant genetics is the manipulation of an organism's DNA to create desired traits in plants."
},
{
"id": 10654,
"front": "Gene expression",
"back": "Gene expression in plant genetics refers to the process by which information encoded in genes is used to produce proteins."
},
{
"id": 10655,
"front": "Genetic modification",
"back": "Genetic modification in plant genetics refers to the process of altering the DNA of a plant to introduce specific traits."
},
{
"id": 10656,
"front": "Phenotype",
"back": "Phenotype refers to the observable characteristics of a plant, resulting from its genetic makeup interacting with environmental factors."
},
{
"id": 10657,
"front": "Genotype",
"back": "Genotype refers to the genetic makeup of a plant, representing the specific combination of alleles present in its DNA."
},
{
"id": 10658,
"front": "Plant Biotechnology",
"back": "Plant biotechnology is the use of scientific techniques to manipulate plant cells and genes for agricultural, medical, or environmental purposes."
},
{
"id": 10659,
"front": "Genetic engineering",
"back": "Genetic engineering in plant biotechnology involves modifying the genetic material of plants to improve traits such as yield or resistance."
},
{
"id": 10660,
"front": "Transgenic plants",
"back": "Transgenic plants are genetically modified plants that have had genes from another species inserted into their DNA for specific traits."
},
{
"id": 10661,
"front": "Biotechnology",
"back": "Biotechnology in Plant Biotechnology refers to the use of genetic engineering and molecular biology techniques to improve plant traits."
},
{
"id": 10662,
"front": "GMOs",
"back": "GMOs (Genetically Modified Organisms) are plants that have had their genetic material altered through biotechnology techniques for specific traits."
},
{
"id": 10663,
"front": "Gene editing",
"back": "Gene editing in plant biotechnology refers to the precise modification of a plant's genetic material to achieve desired traits."
},
{
"id": 10664,
"front": "Plant tissue culture",
"back": "Plant tissue culture is a technique used to propagate plants in a controlled, sterile environment by culturing plant cells or tissues."
},
{
"id": 10665,
"front": "Plant transformation",
"back": "Plant transformation in Plant Biotechnology refers to the genetic modification of plants using techniques like gene insertion or editing."
}
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}
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