Overview
The plant kingdom is a diverse group of organisms that play a crucial role in our ecosystem. They are primarily autotrophic, meaning they produce their own food through photosynthesis, which is essential for life on Earth. Plants are classified into various groups, including vascular and non-vascula...
Key Terms
Example: Plants convert sunlight into energy through photosynthesis.
Example: Chlorophyll absorbs sunlight, allowing plants to produce food.
Example: Trees and flowering plants are vascular plants.
Example: Mosses are examples of non-vascular plants.
Example: Pine trees are gymnosperms.
Example: Roses and apple trees are angiosperms.
Related Topics
Plant Ecology
Study of how plants interact with their environment and other organisms.
intermediatePlant Physiology
Exploration of plant functions and processes at the cellular level.
advancedPlant Genetics
Understanding the genetic makeup of plants and how traits are inherited.
advancedPlant Pathology
Study of plant diseases and their management.
intermediateKey Concepts
PhotosynthesisPlant ClassificationPlant AnatomyPlant Reproduction