Leaf Anatomy Fundamentals
Explore the basic parts of a leaf and their functions with this engaging worksheet for Grade 2 science students.
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Look at the pictures to help you understand the parts of a leaf.
1. Look at the picture of the leaf below. Draw a line from the word to the correct part of the leaf.
Petiole
Blade
Veins
2. Complete the sentences using words about leaves.
a. The flat part of the leaf is called the .
b. The tiny tubes that carry water and food in a leaf are called .
c. The stem that attaches the leaf to the plant is the .
3. What is the main job of a leaf?
To hold the plant up
To make food for the plant
To help the plant climb
To store water
4. Read each statement and circle True or False.
a. All leaves are green.
True
False
b. Leaves take in sunlight to help the plant grow.
True
False
5. Why do leaves change color in the fall?