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How Much Do You Know About Botany?
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The science of plants is amazing in its complexity - and its simplicity as well! In this quiz, we'll discover some obvious and not so obvious facts about the plants that surround us on this beautiful planet! When you're done, you'll be inspired to start a garden, plants a tree or just stare at nature in a daze.
How Pollen Works
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Pollen grains are, in essence, plant sperm. But how do the grains get where they need to go, and what's the advantage of trusting your genetic future to the winds?
Can You Match These Words to the Right Branch of Science?
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Being good at science takes a special kind of person. There are so many formulas to remember. If you're more creative, science in practice might be very difficult. However, most people have at least a basic knowledge of science. Think you can get these questions right? Take this quiz to find out!
Why We Love Henry David Thoreau, in 5 Quotes
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We may think of Thoreau as the Walden Pond hermit who penned profound books on nature and philosophy. But he was also funny and sociable and valued his friends deeply.
Yellow Coneflower, Perennial Black-Eyed Susan
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Yellow coneflowers, or black-eyed Susans, are an American wildflower. Their daisylike ray flowers and purple-brown disk flowers bloom in midsummer on to frost and are perfect for cutting. Learn more about these pretty perennials.
Top 5 Perennials in the Southeast
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Perennials for the Southeast can bring color to your landscape year after year. Learn what the perennials for the South are at HowStuffWorks.
Can You Crack This Nuts Quiz?
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Time to get nutty! How much do you know about all of the different types of nuts out there? Take this quiz and find out!
What Does the Poinsettia Have to Do with Christmas?
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The poinsettia's flame-red leaves are a staple in holiday decorations. But how did a plant indigenous to tropical climates end up on mantels in North America?
Can You Complete These Australian Nursery Rhymes?
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Have you grown up listening to classic Aussie nursery rhymes, or learning songs at school? This is the ultimate test to quiz your knowledge of Australian nursery rhymes.
Can You Ace This Basic Science Quiz in 7 Minutes?
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We can all thank science for everything from vehicle safety features to the water we drink, but what do you really know about science? This quiz can help you find out.