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Natuurwetenschappen SAT - Plantkunde en Tuinieren

Hier leer je enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met plantkunde en tuinieren, zoals "tweejaarlijks", "mycologie", "kelkblad", enz., die je nodig hebt om je SAT's te halen.

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SAT Vocabulary for Natural Sciences
botanist
botanist
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a student of or specialist in the scientific study of plants, their structure, genetics, classification, etc.

botanicus, specialist in plantkunde

botanicus, specialist in plantkunde

Ex: The botanist spent years cataloging rare plant species in the Amazon rainforest to understand their ecological role. 
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biennial
biennial
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a plant that lives for two years and in its second year produces seeds and flowers

tweejarige plant, biennale

tweejarige plant, biennale

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evergreen
evergreen
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

any type of plant with leaves that remain green throughout the year

wintergroen, conifeer

wintergroen, conifeer

Ex: They admired the row of evergreens lining the driveway, adding year-round beauty and privacy. 
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patch
patch
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small plot of land that is used for growing a particular type of crops or plants

perceel, stukje land

perceel, stukje land

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foliage
foliage
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a plant or tree's branches and leaves collectively

loof, vegetatie

loof, vegetatie

Ex: The dense foliage provided a cool shade on a hot day. 
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bulb
bulb
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the ball-shaped root of some plants that grows anew every year

bol, ui

bol, ui

Ex: She discovered a forgotten bulb of garlic in the pantry and decided to use it in her recipe. 
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potting soil
potting soil
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a specially formulated mixture of organic and inorganic materials used to grow plants in containers

potgrond, substraat voor containerteelt

potgrond, substraat voor containerteelt

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crown
crown
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the top part of a tree or other plant

kroon, top

kroon, top

Ex: The bird built its nest in the crown of the tall oak tree, safe from predators. 
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terrarium
terrarium
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a sealed or open container for growing and displaying small plants, often used as a decorative piece indoors

terrarium, miniatuurtuin

terrarium, miniatuurtuin

Ex: She created a beautiful terrarium with succulents and moss on her windowsill. 
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to prune
to prune
[werkwoord]

to cut off top part or some branches of trees, bushes, or other plants to help them grow faster

snoeien, bijknippen

snoeien, bijknippen

Ex: She prunes the rose bushes in the garden to encourage more blooms. 
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to graft
to graft
[werkwoord]

to cut and join a piece of a living plant to another plant so that it can continue growing from there

enten, transplanteren

enten, transplanteren

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grove
grove
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small group of trees planted closely together, often cultivated for their ornamental value or fruit production

bosje, boomgaard

bosje, boomgaard

Ex: The olive grove stretched across the hillside, producing a bounty of fruits each year. 
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to pollinate
to pollinate
[werkwoord]

to deposit pollen on a plant or flower so that it can produce new seeds or fruit

bestuiven, bevruchten

bestuiven, bevruchten

Ex: Bees pollinate flowers as they collect nectar, aiding in the reproduction of plants. 
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photosynthesis
photosynthesis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a process in green plants during which the plant synthesizes using water and carbon dioxide

fotosynthese

fotosynthese

Ex: Photosynthesis in leaves produces the oxygen we breathe. 
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vegetation
vegetation
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

trees and plants in general, particularly those of a specific habitat or area

vegetatie, flora

vegetatie, flora

Ex: The dense vegetation in the tropical rainforest creates a lush canopy that filters sunlight and supports a myriad of wildlife. 
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phytoremediation
phytoremediation
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the use of plants to clean up soil, water, and air contaminated with hazardous pollutants

fytoremediatie, reiniging met planten

fytoremediatie, reiniging met planten

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mycology
mycology
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the scientific study of fungi, including their taxonomy, biology, ecology, and uses

mycologie

mycologie

Ex: Mycology research focuses on understanding fungal diversity and evolution. 
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spore germination
spore germination
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the process by which the reproductive unit of the plants or fungi begins to grow and develop into a new organism

sporenkieming, proces van sporenkieming

sporenkieming, proces van sporenkieming

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phototropism
phototropism
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the tendency of plants to grow toward or away from light, influenced by the direction and intensity of light

fototropisme, lichtgevoelige groei

fototropisme, lichtgevoelige groei

Ex: Sunflowers exhibit phototropism by turning their heads to face the sun throughout the day. 
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stalk
stalk
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the slender, elongated part of a plant that supports leaves, flowers, or fruits

stengel, steel

stengel, steel

Ex: As she prepared the celery for a salad, she trimmed the leafy stalks and discarded the tougher parts. 
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sprout
sprout
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a new growth or bud on a plant, typically emerging from a seed, bulb, or dormant bud

spruit, kiem

spruit, kiem

Ex: The garden was filled with tiny sprouts pushing through the soil after the rain. 
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taproot
taproot
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the primary, central root of a plant that grows vertically downward, typically thicker than other roots, anchoring the plant and absorbing water and nutrients

penwortel, hoofdwortel

penwortel, hoofdwortel

Ex: Carrots are known for their taproots, which store nutrients for the plant. 
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sepal
sepal
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the outermost part of a flower, typically green and leaf-like in appearance, protecting the flower bud before it opens

kelkblad, kelk

kelkblad, kelk

Ex: The sepals of the rose flower were tinged with pink, contrasting with its petals. 
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dandelion
dandelion
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small plant with yellow flowers that turn into round, fluffy seed heads

paardenbloem, leeuwentand

paardenbloem, leeuwentand

Ex: Children blew the seeds off a dandelion. 
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tulip
tulip
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a flower shaped like a cup that has bright colors and blossoms in spring

tulp, een bloem in de vorm van een beker met felle kleuren die in de lente bloeit

tulp, een bloem in de vorm van een beker met felle kleuren die in de lente bloeit

Ex: The garden was adorned with a variety of tulips, creating a vibrant display of red, yellow, and pink flowers. 
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stoma
stoma
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a microscopic pore found on the surface of leaves and stems of plants, involved in gas exchange, including the uptake of carbon dioxide and release of oxygen and water vapor

stoma, huidmondje

stoma, huidmondje

Ex: Each stoma on the leaf's surface opens and closes to regulate the plant's water balance. 
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algae
algae
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

plants without true roots, leaves, or stems, which grow in or near a body of water, such as seaweeds

algen, waterplanten

algen, waterplanten

Ex: Some vegan cheeses use algae-based ingredients to achieve a creamy texture and unique flavor. 
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phytoplankton
phytoplankton
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the microscopic, photosynthetic organisms found in aquatic environments, such as oceans, lakes, and rivers, forming the base of the aquatic food chain

fytoplankton, plantaardig plankton

fytoplankton, plantaardig plankton

Ex: Phytoplankton are crucial producers in marine ecosystems, converting sunlight into energy. 
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viburnum
viburnum
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a genus of flowering shrubs and small trees known for their clusters of white or pink flowers, followed by berries, commonly found in temperate regions

sneeuwbal, viburnum

sneeuwbal, viburnum

Ex: The viburnum bush in our garden blooms with fragrant white flowers every spring. 
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moss
moss
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small, non-vascular plant that lacks true roots, stems, and leaves, typically forming dense green mats or cushions in damp or shady environments

mos, bryofyt

mos, bryofyt

Ex: The moss covered the forest floor in a soft carpet of green. 
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seaweed
seaweed
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a type of plant that grows in or near the sea

zeewier, alg

zeewier, alg

Ex: I enjoy the refreshing taste of seaweed salad. 
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peony
peony
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a flowering plant known for its large, showy blossoms with lush, often fragrant petals

pioen, Chinese roos

pioen, Chinese roos

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euphorbia
euphorbia
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a plant in the family Euphorbiaceae, known for their diverse forms from succulents to shrubs, typically characterized by milky sap and unique flower structures

euphorbia, plant uit de wolfsmelkfamilie

euphorbia, plant uit de wolfsmelkfamilie

Ex: The euphorbia in the garden had bright yellow flowers and thick, fleshy leaves. 
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sprig
sprig
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small, slender branch or shoot with leaves, commonly used in decorative arrangements or for propagation in gardening and landscaping

twijg, scheut

twijg, scheut

Ex: She placed a sprig of cherry blossoms in a vase to brighten up the room. 
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