Asked by Robin Sparks on Jul 28, 2024
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Which of the following is a characteristic of monocots?
A) two cotyledons
B) leaves with netted veins
C) woody or herbaceous plants
D) flower parts in fours and fives
E) vascular bundles scattered in the stem
Monocots
refer to a group of flowering plants whose seeds typically contain one embryonic leaf, or cotyledon.
Cotyledons
Embryonic leaves in seed-bearing plants, which are the first to appear from a germinating seed and play a key role in photosynthesis and nutrient storage.
Vascular Bundles
Structures in plants that contain xylem and phloem tissues, responsible for transporting water, nutrients, and sugars.
- Distinguish between monocotyledons and dicotyledons by examining their attributes and reproductive elements.
Verified Answer
AC
Andrew CrossAug 04, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Monocots have scattered vascular tissue in the stem, while dicots have organized vascular tissue in a ring.
Learning Objectives
- Distinguish between monocotyledons and dicotyledons by examining their attributes and reproductive elements.