Leaf Anatomy Worksheet
Explore the basic parts of a leaf and their functions with this interactive Grade 3 science worksheet.
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Leaf Anatomy Adventure
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Read each question carefully and answer to the best of your ability. Use the image below to help you identify the parts of a leaf.
1. The broad, flat part of a leaf is called the .
2. The tiny tubes that carry water and food through the leaf are called .
3. The stem-like part that connects the leaf to the plant's main stem is called the .
4. Leaves use sunlight to make food for the plant in a process called .
5. Which part of the leaf helps it absorb sunlight?
Petiole
Veins
Blade
Midrib
6. What is the main job of the veins in a leaf?
To make food
To hold the leaf flat
To carry water and nutrients
To protect the leaf
7. All leaves are exactly the same shape and size.
True
False
8. Leaves are important for the plant to make its own food.
True
False
9. Why are leaves usually green?
10. Imagine a plant without leaves. What problems would it have?