Title: Analyze plant anatomy and their functions.
Course: Horticulture Science (18052-I) > Section: Applying Science to Horticulture

Analysis should include

- naming and describing the form and function of plant structures and organs
  - roots
    - type of root system (e.g., fibrous vs. tap)
    - internal and external structure
  - stems
    - internal and external stem structure
  - leaves
    - internal and external leaf structure
  - flowers
    - anatomy (i.e., sepals, petals, stamens, pistil)
    - complete or incomplete
  - fruits
  - seeds
- explaining how plant structure is used to identify plants
  - external leaf structure
- explaining the difference between monocots and dicots.

Process/Skill Questions:

- What are the male and female parts of a flowering plant?
- How is a plant keyed for identification?
- How do seeds develop?
- What is the difference between cross-pollination and self-pollination?
- What are the different shapes, margins, and vein arrangements found in leaves?
- What are the procedures for caring for monocots and dicots, and how does it differ?
- How can a monocot or a dicot be easily identified?