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5th grade science reading comprehension worksheet with passage and questions about ocean plants, seaweed, water lilies, and freshwater plants.
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Ocean and Freshwater Plants Reading Comprehension

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This printable science worksheet for 5th graders includes an informational passage about plants in saltwater and freshwater environments, followed by ten comprehension questions. Students read about seaweed, kelp, dune grass, water lilies, cattails, and duckweed, then answer questions about plant characteristics and their importance to aquatic ecosystems. Useful for science homework, classroom reading practice, or a quick comprehension check.

Subject:
Science
Topic:
Plants
Grade Level:
5th Grade
Updated May 2026

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