Multiple choice

The innermost whorl of the flower, seen terminally upon the thalamus, is known as:

  1. calyx

  2. corolla

  3. gynoecium

  4. androecium

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C Correct answer
Explanation

Floral whorls from outermost to innermost: calyx (sepals) → corolla (petals) → androecium (stamens) → gynoecium (carpels). The innermost whorl, positioned terminally on the thalamus, is the gynoecium (female part). This arrangement follows the floral diagram sequence.