1. Seed Dispersal

2. What is Seed Dispersal? Why Seed Dispersal?
The moving of a plant’s seed away from the parent.
Why Seed Dispersal?
To reduce competition

3. 1. Wind Dispersal Seeds are very light
Shaped so they are easily carried by the wind

4. 2. Explosive Fruits suddenly burst open releasing the seeds
Example: Peas

5. 3. Water Fruits are waterproof Fruits can float Ex: Coconuts

6. 4. Hitchhiker
Seeds have hooks on them and become attached to passing animals

7. 5. Animal Food Seeds are enclosed in a tasty fruit
Animals eat the fruit
Seed passes through unharmed
Ex: Blueberries

8. Other Drop and Roll Shakers
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