Animal and Self Seed Dispersal
Students will explore how animals aid in seed dispersal and how some plants disperse their own seeds.
Key Questions
- Compare the effectiveness of animal dispersal versus wind dispersal for different seed types.
- Explain how a burr seed uses animals for dispersal.
- Predict the challenges a plant would face if it could not disperse its seeds effectively.
CBSE Learning Outcomes
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