BOTANY
PLANT MORPHOLOGY
Question
[CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
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If more than two leaves arise at nodes, the phyllotaxy is which type?
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Alternate
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Whorled
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Opposite superposed
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Opposite Decussate
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Explanation:
Detailed explanation-1: -The correct option is A True. Whorled arrangement: If more than two leaves arise from a single node and they are present surrounding the node in a circular manner, it is called a whorled arrangement. Multiple leaves originate from the same node resulting in the formation of a whorl with leaves at the same level.
Detailed explanation-2: -Final answer: When two leaves arise at each node, the arrangement is called the opposite arrangement.
Detailed explanation-3: -The pattern of arrangement of leaves on a stem is known as phyllotaxy. When more than three leaves sprout at the nodes and create a whorl of leaves, this is known as whorl type phyllotaxy. It can be found in Tulsi and Kaner.
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