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Wetenschappen ACT - Plantkunde en tuinieren

Hier leert u enkele Engelse woorden die verband houden met plantkunde en tuinieren, zoals "crown", "prune", "stoma", enz., waarmee u uw ACT's kunt verbeteren.

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ACT Vocabulary for Science
botanist
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

botanist, plantenkundige

botanist, plantenkundige

Ex: botanist worked with conservationists to protect endangered plant species from habitat loss due to deforestation .
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biennial
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

tweejarige plant, bienniale plant

tweejarige plant, bienniale plant

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evergreen
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

blijvend groen, altijdgroen

blijvend groen, altijdgroen

Ex: The old cemetery was surrounded by tall evergreens, their steady presence offering a sense of peace and continuity.
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patch
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

perceel, stuk grond

perceel, stuk grond

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foliage
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a plant or tree's branches and leaves collectively

loof, bladeren

loof, bladeren

Ex: In autumn , foliage of the trees turns brilliant shades of red and orange .
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bulb
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

bol, knol

bol, knol

Ex: The bulb grew underground and was harvested for cooking .
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potting soil
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

potgrond, bloempotgrond

potgrond, bloempotgrond

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crown
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

the top part of a tree or other plant

kroon, top

kroon, top

Ex: The crown of the fir tree provided excellent shelter for wildlife during the winter .
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terrarium
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

terrarium, plantenterrarium

terrarium, plantenterrarium

Ex: Terrariums require occasional watering and indirect sunlight to thrive .
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to prune
[werkwoord]

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

snoeien, terugsnoeien

snoeien, terugsnoeien

Ex: prunes the grapevines in the vineyard to remove excess growth and improve grape quality .
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grove
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

boomgaard, houtje

boomgaard, houtje

Ex: Gardeners planted grove of redwoods to create a shaded retreat in the park .
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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: Some plants , like corn , pollinated by the wind , while others , like tomatoes , rely on bees .
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photosynthesis
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

fotosynthese, fotochemische synthese

fotosynthese, fotochemische synthese

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vegetation
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

vegetatie, plantengroei

vegetatie, plantengroei

Ex: The boreal forestvegetation, dominated by evergreen conifers , stretches for miles across the northern latitudes , with sparse undergrowth due to the harsh climate .
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phytoremediation
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

fytoremediatie, plantenreiniging

fytoremediatie, plantenreiniging

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mycology
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

mycologie, schimmelstudie

mycologie, schimmelstudie

Ex: A course mycology covers topics such as fungal morphology , reproduction , and cultivation techniques .
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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

sporekieming, spore-germinaie

sporekieming, spore-germinaie

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phototropism
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

fototropisme, lichtgroei

fototropisme, lichtgroei

Ex: Farmers use knowledge phototropism to optimize crop placement for maximum sunlight exposure .
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dandelion
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a small plant of the daisy family with a yellow flower that turns into a fluffy white ball of seeds

paardenbloem, dandelion

paardenbloem, dandelion

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tulip
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

tulp, tulpen

tulp, tulpen

Ex: In the spring , tulip fields stretched as far as the eye could see , attracting many visitors for a picturesque view .
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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 basil plant had several sprouts after being pruned .
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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

stomata, huidmondjes

stomata, huidmondjes

Ex: stoma provides a pathway for gases to move in and out of the plant 's tissues during photosynthesis .
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algae
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

algen, zeewier

algen, zeewier

Ex: The scientists studied various types algae to understand their potential for biofuel production .
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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, planktonplanten

fytoplankton, planktonplanten

Ex: Phytoplankton blooms provide essential nutrients for marine organisms and help regulate Earth 's climate .
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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

viburnum, krenteboom

viburnum, krenteboom

Ex: Botanists study the diversity of viburnum species across different climatic zones.
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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, mosse

mos, mosse

Ex: Researchers study moss diversity and adaptation to understand their ecological roles in various habitats.
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seaweed
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

a type of plant that grows in or near the sea

zeewier, algen

zeewier, algen

Ex: The beach was littered seaweed after the storm , creating a natural carpet of green and brown .
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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: taproot system of oak trees extends deep into the soil for stability and support .
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peony
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

pioenroos, pioen

pioenroos, pioen

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to graft
[werkwoord]

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

opharden, enten

opharden, enten

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sepal
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

kelkblad, sepals

kelkblad, sepals

Ex: During pollinationsepals may change color or shape to attract pollinators like bees .
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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

wolfsmelk, euphorbia

wolfsmelk, euphorbia

Ex: Botanists euphorbias to understand their ecological roles and evolutionary adaptations .
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stalk
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

stengel, steel

stengel, steel

Ex: They picked the juicy tomatoes , gently twisting stalks to separate them from the vine .
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sprig
[zelfstandig naamwoord]

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

takje, scheut

takje, scheut

Ex: sprig of ivy draped elegantly over the garden trellis , adding a touch of greenery .
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