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How Plants Grow

seed

A small hard part if a plant that has everything inside it to make a new plant.

seedling

A young plant just starting to grow.

germinate

Germinate means a plant is starting to grow.

sprout

When a seed starts to grow into a plant it the plant sprouts!

soil

The top layer of earth where plants can grow.

nutrients

Tiny pieces of rock and soil that help feed a plant.

water

Water is in rain, lakes, and oceans. Water is also in soil. Water helps plants to grow.

sunlight

Light from the sun. Sunlight helps plants to grow!

plant

A plant is living!  Many plants have roots, a stem, and leaves.  Some plants have flowers!

leaf

A leaf is a part of a plant. Leafs are usually flat, green parts that come out of the stem.

stem

The main part of a plant that grows out of the soil. The stem is connected to the roots and leaves.

roots

A root is the part of a plant that is in the ground. It brings water and food to the plant!