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Monocots vs. Dicots
High schoolers examine the differences in nonvascular and vascular plants. They compare the differences between gymnosperm and angiosperms. Students compare the differences between moocots and dicots. They view a powerpoint...
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Fun with Phylogenetic Trees
Tenth graders differentiate angiosperms and gymnosperms. In this biology lesson, 10th graders construct a musical phylogenetic tree from information they gathered on resource websites. They present their project in class.
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Elm Care: How Trees Work
How do trees drink, how do trees breath, what is the structure of a tree? Answer these questions and more.
Soft Schools
Soft Schools: Plant Structure and Function Quiz
Take an interactive quiz over plant structure and function. After completing the quiz, check your score, and then revisit any incorrect question for further review.
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You Will Find Cycad Cones Growing in the Center of the Plant.
This engaging article on gymnosperms offers good descriptions and background on these seed bearing plants. Learn about their characteristics and what makes these plants different from angiosperms.
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Conifers Use Cones and Seeds Since Flowering Plants Had Not Appeared.
This engaging article on gymnosperms offers good descriptions and background on these seed bearing plants. Learn about their characteristics and what makes these plants different from angiosperms.
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Ginkgo Leaves Look Like Needles That Have Grown Together.
This engaging article on gymnosperms offers good descriptions and background on these seed bearing plants. Learn about their characteristics and what makes these plants different from angiosperms.