Strand F: Plants in the Natural Environment

6 images of some seedlings sprouting as one of the stages towards full plant growth

6 images of some seeds which are the fertilized part of a plant used for germinating new plants such as fennel, kiwis and pumpkins

Do an experiment with celery to learn about the structures that help plants take up water.

When a species ends up outside of its natural zone, the consequences on other species, ecosystems and human industries can be severe. Climate change and human activities can introduce species into new zones.

How do plants use scents? Learn how some plants use chemical signals to send messages to animals or other plants.

Green walls use plant processes to improve air quality in buildings.

Bees are important for agriculture. But bee populations face threats. This resource looks at Colony Collapse Disorder, herbicides & pesticides, and more.

8 images of some flowerheads such as roses and water lilies whose outer petals are longer than the petals in the centre of the flower

3 images of some asymmetrical flowerheads such as an iris and an Orchis Sima or Monkey Orchid

7 images of some symmetrical flowerheads such as asters and sunflowers whose petals radiate from the centre of the flower

5 images of some flowerheads such as petunias and lilies that start as a narrow base and widen to an open shape

When fertilizers from agriculture get into lakes and rivers, big problems can result for aquatic ecosystems, food chains & webs!