Biology · 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. collateral and closed

  2. collateral and open

  3. radially arranged and open

  4. radially arranged and closed

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

The vascular bundles of a monocot stem are collateral and closed.

Multiple choice
  1. terminal bud

  2. axillary bud

  3. flower bud

  4. nodes

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

 Stipules give protection to axillary bud.

Multiple choice
  1. vascular rays

  2. ray parenchyma

  3. trachery element

  4. primary phloem

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

 Fusiform initial cells produce vascular rays.

Multiple choice
  1. 1 and 2 only

  2. 1 and 3 only

  3. 2 and 3 only

  4. 2 and 4 only

  5. 2, 3, and 4 only

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

In plants, spindle formed during nuclear division is anastral. Plastids are found in plant cells.

Multiple choice
  1. Phloem

  2. Vascular tissue

  3. Xylem

  4. Parenchyma

  5. Tracheae

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

Tracheids are elongated cells in the xylem of vascular plants that serve to transport of water and mineral salts. It contributes to the transport system and provides structural support.

Multiple choice
  1. Collenchyma

  2. Sclerenchyma

  3. Chlorenchyma

  4. Cambium

  5. Meristematic tissue

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

Only green plants and some other organisms can make food by the process of photosynthesis. In this process, carbon dioxide and water combine in the presence of light to form sugar.