GRADE

4
Science Activity Sheet
Quarter 2 – MELC 4
Week 3
Specialized Structures of
Terrestrial and Aquatic Plants

REGION VI – WESTERN VISAYAS

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Science 4
Activity Sheet No. 4- Specialized Structures of terrestrial and aquatic Plants
First Edition, 2020

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Science 4 Activity Sheets No. 4

Specialized Structures of Terrestrial and Aquatic Plants

I. Learning Competency with Code

Identify the specialized structures of terrestrial and aquatic plants

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II. Background Information for Learners
Terrestrial plants are plants that grow on land. Some terrestrial
plants are small, others are big. There are plants with big trunks while
others have soft stem. Other plants bear flowers while others do not.
Terrestrial plants also grow in different places. There are plants that
grow directly on the soil while others grow on rocks. Other plants cling
to the fence while the greatest number of plants are found in the field.
Plants living in different places are exposed to varied conditions and
have structures suited to their particular needs. For example, forest
plants tend to grow tall and sturdy. Shapes and sizes of the leaves are
also important for survival. Plants with waxy leaves help to protect
themselves from dehydration as a result of too much exposure to the
sunlight.
Aquatic plants are plants that have adapted to living within
aquatic environments. These plants require special adaptative
structure for them to live submerged in water or at the water’s surface.
Some of the aquatic plants bear flowers and they becoming more
popular that many gardeners are turning their attention to the area of
water gardening. A pond or garden with flowers will give you peace and
relief after a day.
There are different plants with specialized structures in order to
adapt to their environment and to protect themselves from harm.
Thorns and hairs are some of the specialized structures of plants, but
not all plants have thorns and hairs.

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 The table below are the examples of the specialized structures
of terrestrial and aquatic plants.

Specialized Characteristics/ Functions Example

Structure
• A sharp pointed modified stem. Rose
• A stiff, sharp-pointed, straight or
curved woody projection on the Bougainvillea
Thorns stem or other part of a plant.
• It protects the plants against
herbivores or animals that may
eat them.

“The Crown • The sticky sap produced is Euphorbia

of Thorns” somewhat toxic and known to be
Water- a skin and eye irritant.
storing • This is known to be toxic to
branches humans, cats, dog, horses, and
and stems sheep.

• Are modified or specialized Cactus

Spines leaves that look like needles.
• The spines protect plants from
their enemies.
Toxic Liquid • The toxic liquid on its hair can Lipang aso
on hairs penetrate the skin and cause
stinging sensation or irritation.

• Plants with foul smelling fruits or Marang

Strong odor leaves can protect themselves
and thorn- from being eaten because of the
covered rind pungent smell.
• Its thorn-covered rind also acts as Durian
their protection from their
enemies.

Sharp leaf • The course, erect and sharp leaf Talahib or

are means of protection of some cogon
plants to prevent their leaves of
being eaten.

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Specialized Specialized Structures Example
Structure
• Their resemblance to birds could Bird of
Brightly cast other insects away because Paradise
colored they may think that the plants are
flowers with group of birds. This will protect
resemblance them from the attack of many
to tropical insects.
bird
Flowers with • The unpleasant smell of flowers Kalumpang tree
unpleasant attract flies to pollinate but protect
smell the plants from being eaten by
animals
Thick and • The big leaves float on the water’s Water Lily
buoyant surface to attract ample sunlight.
leaves • The top side of the leaf is covered
with a cuticle to keep it as dry as
possible
• The underside of the leaf has
thorns to protect against
predators.
Long Roots • Aquatic plants have long roots Hyacinth
that can reach the soil under
water
• It absorbs fish waste, ammonia
and other dirt making the water
healthy for the fish.
• It also absorbs a lot of oxygen
from water serving as a good
aeration system.
Flat and • The stem and surfaces are Lotus
Broad coated with a wax which is very
Leaves difficult to wet.
• The broad leaves enable them to
capture sunlight and to float.
Airspaces • Some aquatic plants Duckweed
have air spaces to help it stay
afloat in the water. quicker and
be a productive food sources for
many animals.

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 III. Accompanying DepEd Textbook
Department of Education. (2015). K-12 Basic Education Curriculum,
Science 4 Learners Material (pp. 60-94). Pasig City, Philippines

IV. Activity Proper

Read pages 117-118 Terrestrial Plants and pages 120 and
123 for Aquatic Plants and answer the following exercises.

A. Direction: Write TP for the terrestrial plants and AP for aquatic

plants
_________1. Rose _________6. Duckweeds
_________2. Hyacinth _________ 7. Lipang aso
(Andalamay)
_________3. Lotus _________8. Talahib or
cogon
_________4. Durian _________ 9. Water lily
_________5. Euphorbia ________ 10.Cactus

B. Match plants in Column A with their specialized structure in

Column B. Write the letters only.
Column A Column B
_______1. Cactus A. stems have thorns
_______2. Durian B. has air spaces to help it
stay afloat in the water
_______3. Lotus C. sharp leaves
_______4. Kalumpang tree D. leaves are thick and
buoyant
_______5. Hyacinth E. flowers are brightly colored
and resemble like birds
_______6. Bird of Paradise F. long roots that reach under
the water
_______7. Water Lily G. unpleasant smell of a
flower
_______8. Talahib or cogon H. leaves are flat and broad
_______9. Duckweeds I. fruits covered with thorn
and has pungent odor
_______10. Rose J. leaves looks like needles

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 C. Multiple Choice: Read the questions carefully and encircle
the letter of the correct answer.

1. What specialized structure is common to rose and euphorbia?

A. Both have stinging hairs C. Both have thorny
stems
B. Both have sticky leaves D. Both have fibrous fruits

2. Which of the following plants has hair on its stem?

A. San Francisco B. Santol C. Mayana D. Lipang
aso

3. Which of the following plants lives in water?

A. Lotus B. Sampaguita C. Santol D. Durian

4. What are the characteristics of water lily leaves which are

different from hyacinth and lotus?
A. They have long stem and big leaves.
B. They have thick and buoyant leaves.
C. They have long roots.
D. They have beautiful flowers.

5. Which of the following plants have spines that look likes needles?
A. Durian B. Cactus C. Lotus D. Marang

Guide Questions
1. Why do you think those specialized structures are important to
plants?
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2. What will happen if aquatic plants are planted in soil and

terrestrial plants are placed in the ponds?
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3. Your house is near the pond with so many aquatic plants. As a

pupil, how can you help protect the aquatic plants?
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V. Reflection
Complete the statements below.

I understand
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I don’t understand
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I need more information about

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VI. Links and/or Other References

https://plantcaretoday.com/crown-of-thorns-plant-poisonous.html

https://medicinalplantsdatabase.com/portfolio/kalumpang/

VII. Answer Key