
Seed Dispersal (3rd Ed, 1971)
The film explores the various methods of seed dispersal used by plants, highlighting the importance of seeds for future harvests. It discusses how humans collect seeds for agriculture, while also examining natural dispersal mechanisms such as wind, water, and animal transport. The film illustrates how seeds of different plants, like the Norway maple and milkweed, utilize unique adaptations for effective dispersal, including wings and plumes. Additionally, it showcases the role of animals, like squirrels and birds, in spreading seeds and how some plants can even shoot their seeds away. The film emphasizes the significance of understanding these natural processes and encourages viewers to explore their local environments.
Keywords
seed dispersal, agriculture, natural mechanisms, wind, water, animals, adaptation, exploration, ecology