OBJECTIVE FORESTRY

FORESTRY

PLANT AND WOOD ANATOMY

Question [CLICK ON ANY CHOICE TO KNOW THE RIGHT ANSWER]
Stalk that connects a leaf to the stem
A
petiole
B
sepal
C
stigma
D
embryo sac
Explanation: 

Detailed explanation-1: -Petiole is the stalk that attaches the leaf to the stem. Whereas, veins provide mechanical support and help in the transport of substances.

Detailed explanation-2: -In the picture below, the nodes are the points connecting the petioles to the stem. We call the leaves that are connected to the stem through a simple petiole petiolates.

Detailed explanation-3: -The correct option is A Petiole. Each leaf typically has a leaf blade called the lamina, which is also the widest part of the leaf. Some leaves are attached to the plant stem by a petiole. Leaves that do not have a petiole and are directly attached to the plant stem are called sessile leaves.

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