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Seed Dispersal

How are seeds dispersed?

Objectives

Students will:

  1. Explain how seeds and fruits form.
  2. Compare the methods by which seeds are dispersed.

Skills Needed

Students must be able to:

  1. Describe the characteristics of seed plants.
  2. Diagram the life cycle of seed plants.
  3. Identify the parts of a flower.
  4. Identify the parts of a seed.

Materials Needed

Students will need:

  1. Fruit - picked or bought. Apples are ideal, but any fruit can be used except bananas, and any fruit labeled "seedless."
  2. Scissors
  3. Magnifying glass (optional)