Question

List ten uses of plants.

Answer 1

Ten uses of plants are as follows:

1. Plants are the natural source of medicine. For example Tulsi, Neem, Aloe vera, Asparagus, Turmeric, etc.
2. Plants are a source of food.
3. Different parts of plants including fruits, leaves, roots, tubers, seeds, and stems are consumed as food.
4. Plants are a natural source of oxygen.
5. They prevent air pollution.
6. Plants increase the rainfall in the geographical region.
7. Plants are used as fodder for domesticated animals used in animal husbandry.
8. Plant extracts provide adhesives, oil, color pigments, and paper.
9. Woods and bark are used for making furniture, decorative articles, incense sticks, etc.
10. Plants provide spices and condiments used as flavoring agents.
11. Plants are used for obtaining clothing materials like cotton, jute, etc.
12. Plants maintain integrity and nutrients in the soil and prevent soil erosion.