Plants without roots
I can observe and describe what happens to a plant that has had its roots removed.
Plants without roots
I can observe and describe what happens to a plant that has had its roots removed.
Lesson details
Key learning points
- Roots anchor the plant in soil and provide it with the support it needs.
- Roots absorb water and nutrients from soil to provide the plant with what it needs to grow and stay healthy.
- To investigate why plants have roots, a plant with roots removed can be observed over time.
Keywords
Root - The part of a plant that anchors it in the soil is called the root. Roots take in water and nutrients for the plant.
Anchor - Roots help to anchor the plant by placing it firmly in the soil.
Observe - To observe is to look very closely and use other senses too.
Absorb - To absorb is to soak something up.
Nutrients - A nutrient is any substance that plants or animals need in order to live or grow.
Common misconception
Pupils may think that plants can support themselves and stay upright without roots as the stem provides support.
The task carried out in Learning Cycle 1 will demonstrate to pupils that plants need roots anchoring them in the soil in order to stay upright.
Equipment
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Content guidance
- Risk assessment required - equipment
Supervision
Adult supervision required
Licence
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