Biology: Year 9 Term 4: Plant Defences

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Plants can be attacked by what 2 things? (2)
Animals or microorganisms
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What are the 3 types of defence? (3)
Physical, Chemical, Mechanical
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Name and describe 3 physical defence mechanisms (3)
Cellulose cell walls prevent pathogens entering cells, Waxy cuticle is a barrier to pathogens, Bark falls off taking pathogens with it
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Name and describe 2 chemical defence mechanisms (2)
Antibacterial chemicals kill bacteria, Poison kills/injures animals
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Name and describe 4 mechanical defence mechanisms (4)
Thorns prevent animals eating plant, Hairy stems prevents bugs laying eggs, Moving when touched frightens animals, Mimicry deters predators
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What are the 3 types of defence? (3)

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Physical, Chemical, Mechanical

Card 3

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Name and describe 3 physical defence mechanisms (3)

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Card 4

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Name and describe 2 chemical defence mechanisms (2)

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Card 5

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Name and describe 4 mechanical defence mechanisms (4)

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