1. Temperature Affects rate of plant processes
Affects seed germination, propagation
Cool-season plants
Warm-season plants

2. Soil Support for plants Provides water and nutrients
Less than ideal when:
Essential elements are deficient
Poor aeration
Improper drainage

3. Air Supplies CO2 for plant photosynthesis
Air quality can affect plant health
Air circulation can increase transpiration

4. Water Essential to all life Carries essential elements within plants
Affects transpiration (increase/decrease humidity)

5. Water
Humidity can affect nature of growth
Turgidity

6. 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?

7. Preguntas?