Temperature Affects rate of plant processes Affects seed germination, propagation Cool-season plants Warm-season plants
Soil Support for plants Provides water and nutrients Less than ideal when: Essential elements are deficient Poor aeration Improper drainage
Air Supplies CO2 for plant photosynthesis Air quality can affect plant health Air circulation can increase transpiration
Water Essential to all life Carries essential elements within plants Affects transpiration (increase/decrease humidity)
Water Humidity can affect nature of growth Turgidity
Summary How are plants classified? How do monocots and dicots differ? What is an angiosperm? What is a gymnosperm? Can you name some of the major plant families used in Ecuador?
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