What is the eighth concept used for studying plants? It is difficult to avoid using the phrase “in order to” when referring to plants. Change the following sentences to be more accurate. The first one is done as an example:
a. Plants have leaves in order to photosynthesize. “Plants have leaves that photosynthesize,” or “photosynthesis in plants occurs in leaves.”
b. Plants have flowers in order to reproduce.
c. Plant cells divide in order to make more cells.
d. Wind-pollinated plants have their flowers located high above the ground in order to be exposed to stronger wind.
e. Some plants have red flowers to attract hummingbirds.
f. After I eat dinner, my stomach secretes acid in order to help digest the food.