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Pill

Theme C - Interaction &  Interdependence

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Direct Hit

Theme A - Unity & Diversity

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Page Facing Up

Theme B - Form & Function

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Keycap Digit One

Theme D - Continuity & Change

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	<li>Positive Phototropism: The growth of plant shoots towards light.</li>
	<li>Differential Growth: Unequal growth rates on different sides of the plant.</li>
	<li>Photosynthesis: The process by which plants make their food using sunlight.</li>
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	<li>Imagine you&#39;re sunbathing and can move towards the sun for a better tan. That&#39;s what plants do with positive phototropism! They grow towards where the light shines brightest.</li>
	<li>How it works?
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		<li>If a shoot tip senses it&#39;s not facing the sunniest spot, it hits the brakes on the sunny side, making it grow slower. 🚦</li>
		<li>Meanwhile, the shaded side speeds up, making the shoot curve towards the sun. 🌱➡️🌞</li>
		<li>Once it&#39;s facing the brightest light, it grows straight again! Like finding the perfect spot on a beach. 🏖️</li>
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	<li>Ever tried charging your phone in dim light? Doesn&rsquo;t work too well. Similarly, for plants, more sunlight means more energy for photosynthesis (making food).</li>
	<li>Imagine plants in a forest. They&#39;re like fans at a concert, all trying to get the best view (or light). If they can lean to one side and catch those rays, they get a better &quot;seat&quot;! 🎶🌳</li>
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	<li>1920s Throwback: Scientists found out a plant hormone is the DJ, controlling this light-driven dance! It makes sure the plants curve just right. 🎧🌱</li>
	<li>But how do plants even &quot;see&quot; the light? Scientists found a pigment in the shoot tip that acts like a light-detector. It&#39;s like their mini-sunglasses! 😎</li>
	<li>There&#39;s still much to explore about the inner workings of phototropism. So, maybe you could be the next one to uncover more plant secrets? 🕵️&zwj;♂️🌿</li>
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Think about tomato plants in your backyard or garden. If they&rsquo;re leaning to one side, it&rsquo;s not because they&rsquo;re lazy! They&#39;re just practicing positive phototropism, trying to catch as much light as they can for a bountiful harvest. So next time you see them leaning, remember they&#39;re just following the sun!

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Takeaway: Plants are way smarter than we give them credit for. They move, respond, and adapt to their environment, all to make sure they get the energy they need. Remember this next time you see a sunflower or any plant leaning towards the sun &ndash; it&#39;s science in action! 🌻🔬

Theme C - Interaction & Interdependence

Unlock the Secrets of Positive Phototropism!

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