Plants in the Surroundings and Environment — Syllabus
ICSE · Class 4 · Science
What Plants in the Surroundings and Environment covers in ICSE Class 4 Science: 4 topics, for the 2026-27 session.
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Topics in Plants in the Surroundings and Environment
Parts of a Plant
- All plants have two main parts: the root (below soil) and the shoot (above soil).
- Roots anchor the plant in the soil and absorb water and minerals.
- Shoot includes stem, leaves, flowers, and fruits.
Photosynthesis
- Photosynthesis is the process by which plants make their own food.
- It happens in the leaves using sunlight, water, and carbon dioxide.
- Chlorophyll (green pigment in leaves) traps sunlight.
Transpiration
- Transpiration is the process of water loss from leaves in the form of water vapour.
- It happens through tiny pores called stomata on the underside of leaves.
- Transpiration helps cool the plant, just like sweating cools our body.
Products from Plants
- Plants give us food like fruits, vegetables, pulses, and oils.
- Spices like turmeric, pepper, and cloves come from plants.
- Tea, coffee, and cocoa are made from plant parts.
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Central concept: Plants and Their Environment
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