Seed Dispersal
Name: _______________________
One extremely important attribute or characteristic of a plant is its method of seed dispersal. This refers to one of the
plant’s methods of reproduction. Many plants have developed specialized “fruits” which allows the seeds to become
more widespread.
Dispersal Methods- Notes
Wind: Gliding
Wind: Tumbling
Animal: Ingestion
Animal: Hitchhiking
Animal: Scatter-hoarding
Types of “Fruit” and Dispersal Mechanism
Type/Example
Method
Gliding
Tumbling
Ingestion
Hitchhiking
Scatter-hoarding
Sketch
Please answer these questions in complete sentences.
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Make a double bubble map for the two dispersal methods. Be as detailed as possible.
2. Explain how a plant adapts to its environment. Give an example in your answer.
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3. How do you think a seed like this would be transported? Give a reason for your answer.
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4. Draw a seed that will stick to the fur of an animal really well. Make sure to label your picture.
Life Science Standard: uses evidence to develop a scientific explanation of plants/animals need to survive and the
similarities and differences among organisms.
Life Science Standard: uses evidence to develop a scientific explanation about how organisms adapt to their
environments.