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| seed leaves | The first heart-shaped leaves that appear on a plant. They make food for the seedling until true leaves develop. |
| cotyledons | Another name for seed leaves. |
| true leaves | The second, larger leaves. Once fully developed they take over food production. |
| flower buds | Tightly closed clusters that grow at the tip of the stem. |
| pollination | The process through which plants are fertilized. |
| cross-pollination | Pollen from the male part of one plant must be moved to the female part of another plant. |
| germinate | To sprout or grow. |
| radicle | Tiny root |
| pistil | Female part of a flower. |
| stamen | Male part of a flower. |
| anther | Found on the stamen; responsible for producing sperm. |
| ovary | Found in the pistil; responsible for producing eggs. |
| seeds | Found in a pod. Enables the plant to survive from generation to generation. |
| flower | Main purpose is for reproduction. |
| embryo | A partially developed plant; a baby plant. |
| pollinators | Insects or animals that carry pollen. |
