Biology ยท Science General

Botany and Plant Science

5,038 Questions

Botany and plant science delve into the biological study of plant life, covering structural anatomy, physiological processes, and reproductive mechanisms. Key topics include inflorescence patterns, root modifications, and seed development, which are vital for biology sections in medical entrance exams. This collection of practice questions helps solidify understanding of complex plant functions.

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Botany and Plant Science Questions

Multiple choice
  1. Adventitious roots

  2. Tap roots

  3. Cladodes

  4. Stilt roots

  5. Aerial roots of orchids

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
E Correct answer
Explanation

Velamen is a spongy, multiple epidermis that covers the roots of some epiphytic or semiepiphytic plants, such as orchids.

Multiple choice
  1. Periderm

  2. Sap wood

  3. Heart wood

  4. Cortex

  5. Lenticels

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The older, nonliving central wood of a tree or woody plant, usually darker and harder than the younger sapwood. It is also called duramen.

Multiple choice
  1. stock

  2. scion

  3. stalk

  4. sucker

  5. none of these

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

The scion is a cutting that is located on the sides of the plant. This cutting is most commonly grafted onto the root system of another plant. The scion is selected to be cut especially for its flowers, stems, leaves, flowers and fruits. The genes in the scion are able to be duplicated by the scion plant.