AP BIOLOGY

PLANTS

THE LEAF

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Pitcher shape in a pitcher plant is a modified
A
Stem
B
Root
C
Leaf
D
Flower
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -The leaves of these plants have been modified to capture and digest insects. The pitcher of a pitcher plant is a modified leaf. The main pitcher is a leaf lamina that has been modified. As an insect sits on the pitcher, it slides down and the lid of the pitcher closes.

Detailed explanation-2: -Pitcher plant is an insectivorous plant that usually grows in regions where nitrogen is insufficient in soil. It traps insects to fulfil its nitrogen requirements. The pitcher-like structure is a modified part of leaf.

Detailed explanation-3: -Final answer: Pitcher plant in a pitcher plant is a modified leaf.

Detailed explanation-4: -Final answer: Spines of cactus is a modified leaf.

Detailed explanation-5: -So, the correct answer is ‘Leaf’.

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