Today is our topic of discussion Reading descriptions 1
Reading descriptions 1
Look at the picture and read the passage.
Fig : A plant
A plant is a living body. It has different parts and cach part has a definite function. If one part is sick and cannot function properly, the whole plant is affected. However, you can cut off flowers and sick leaves or branches and the damage is temporary.
There are two basic parts of a plant: the root system and the shoot system. The main function of the root is to absorb water and minerals from the soil. The other main function of the root is to hold the plant firmly in the soil.
The shoot system has the stem, leaves, flowers and fruit. The stem supports the plant.
The other important function of the stem is to help water and minerals pass from the roots up to the leaves and flowers. The leaves make food for the plant by a process called photosynthesis. Sunlight falls on the leaves and as a result, water from the soil and carbon dioxide from the air are converted into sugars which give energy to the plant.
Study these words.
affected (adj) – attacked by a disease/pests
damage (n) – harm; loss
absorb (v) – soak; suck in
minerals (n) – A mineral is a substance such as salt, tin, coal, etc that is formed naturally in the soil.
photosynthesis (n) – This is a process by which green matter (chlorophyll) in leaves makes food for the plant) with the help of sunlight.
convert (v) – to change something into a different form
Read the passage again and answer these questions.
1. What are the main two functions of the root of a plant?
2. Describe the functions of the stem of a plant?
3. How is food produced in the leaves of a plant?