Roots, stems, and leaves are commonly referred to as the vegetative parts of the plant, and flowers are referred to as the reproductive parts. The flowers give rise to fruits and seeds. Examine the older demonstration plants that have flowers and fruits. What roles or functions would you expect to be associated with each of the plant parts that you have examined? Root _______ Stem _______ Cotyledon _______ Leaf _______ Flower _______ Why are the leaves and stems of the plant green? _______ Does this tell you anything about a likely function of these parts? _______ Explain. _______ What about the roots in this regard? _______