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Horticulture Basics

Horticulture

A collection of general knowledge questions about plant cultivation and horticulture.

plants gardening science

15 Questions Easy Ages 5+ Oct 30, 2026

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1 What is the primary function of a plant's roots?

A To absorb water and nutrients
B To produce flowers
C To conduct photosynthesis
D To attract bees

2 Which part of a plant is responsible for photosynthesis?

A Root
B Stem
C Leaf
D Seed

3 What do plants primarily absorb from the air to perform photosynthesis?

A Oxygen
B Carbon dioxide
C Nitrogen
D Helium

4 Which of these is a botanical fruit containing seeds?

A Carrot
B Potato
C Tomato
D Celery

5 What is the main purpose of a flower on a plant?

A To provide shade
B To allow for reproduction
C To store water
D To keep the plant warm

6 Which element do plants typically obtain from the soil through their roots?

A Oxygen
B Sunlight
C Minerals
D Carbon

7 What is the process called when a plant grows towards a light source?

A Phototropism
B Hydrotropism
C Geotropism
D Thigmotropism

8 Which of these is an example of a bulbous plant?

A Rose
B Tulip
C Sunflower
D Mint

9 What gas do plants release as a byproduct of photosynthesis?

A Nitrogen
B Oxygen
C Argon
D Methane

10 Which structure on a leaf allows for gas exchange?

A Stomata
B Vein
C Petiole
D Cuticle

11 What is the primary substance that gives plants their green color?

A Carotene
B Chlorophyll
C Anthocyanin
D Xanthophyll

12 Which of these is considered a 'legume'?

A Wheat
B Rice
C Pea
D Corn

13 What is the term for the process of growing plants in water instead of soil?

A Hydroponics
B Aquaponics
C Aeroponics
D Xeriscaping

14 Which type of plant completes its life cycle in a single growing season?

A Perennial
B Biennial
C Annual
D Deciduous

15 What is the main role of the xylem in a plant?

A Transporting sugar
B Transporting water
C Storing energy
D Protecting the bark

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