NCERT & CBSE For Class 6 Science Parts of a plant Chapter – 7 Parts of a plant Chapter 7 : Ready to know Parts of a plant. It is one of the most important chapters of CBSE Class 6 Science.
Parts of a plant A typical plant has different parts in its body viz, Roots, stem, leaves, flowers and fruits. The part which is present under ground is known as roots. Parts that are present above the ground are stem, leaves, buds, flowers, fruits and seeds.
Root The roots are mostly seen underground and brown in color. The tiny threadlike structures over the roots are the root hairs. The tip of the root is covered by a root cap, which is preventive in function. Root and the root hairs together form the root system.
Features of root
The Roots grow towards the soil and away from the light. Hence, it is known as geotropic structure.
The Root does not possess green colour pigment, the chlorophyll. It cannot produce food.
Root does not breed leaves, buds or flowers.
Roots with their root hairs absorb water and minerals from the soil.
Types of roots There are two types of roots – tap root and fibrous roots.. Learn more about Roots – www.takshilalearning.com
Stem The stem is the part of the plant lies above the ground. Stem bears the leaves, flowers and fruits of a plant. It is almost soft, green or woody. It grows towards the sunlight. It moves upward from the ground.
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