Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 389
Question: Read the assertion and reason carefully:
Assertion : Extra whorl of calyx is called epicalyx. Reason : Epicalyx is present as outer series of calyx.
Options:
A) If both the assertion and the reason are true and the reason is a correct explanation of the assertion
B) If both the assertion and reason are true but the reason is not a correct explanation of the assertion
C) If the assertion is true but the reason is false
D) If both the assertion and reason are false
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Answer:
Correct Answer: D
Solution:
Epicalyx (hypocalyx) is an extra series of green sepal-like floral organs that lies on the outside of the calyx.
They are present in strawberry, hibiscus, Althaea etc.
They provide protection to other floral organs.
BETA
