Question 1: Palette 1/481

Errorless NEET 2024 MCQ

Which of the following is an example of actinomorphic flower

A

Datura

B

Cassia

C

Pisum

D

Sesbania

Question 2: Palette 2/481

Errorless NEET 2024 MCQ

Identify the part of the seed from the given figure which is destined to form root when the seed germinates

A

A

B

B

C

C

D

D

Question 3: Palette 3/481

Errorless NEET 2024 MCQ

Identify the type of flowers based on the position of calyx, corolla and androecium with respect to the ovary from the given fiqures (a) and (b)

A

a Epigynous; b Hypogynous

B

a Hypogynous; b Epigynous

C

a Perigynous; b Epigynous

D

a Perigynous; b Perigynous

Question 4: Palette 4/481

Errorless NEET 2024 MCQ

Match Column-I with Column-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Rose (B) Pea (C) Cotton (D) Mango	(P) Twisted aestivation (Q) Perigynous flower (R) Drupe (S) Marginal placentation

A

A-Q, B-S, C-P, D-R

B

A-P, B-Q, C-R, D-S

C

A-S, B-R, C-Q, D-P

D

A-Q, B-R, C-S, D-P

Question 5: Palette 5/481

Errorless NEET 2024 MCQ

Match Column-I with Column-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Monoadelphous (B) Diadelphous (C) Polyadelphous (D) Epiphyllous	(P) Citrus (Q) Pea (R) Lily (S) China-rose

A

A-R, B-Q, C-P, D-R

B

A-R, B-P, C-Q, D-Q

C

A-P, B-Q, C-S, D-R

D

A-R, B-P, C-S, D-Q

Question 6: Palette 6/481

Errorless NEET 2023 MCQ

Family Fabaceae differs from Solanaceae and Liliaceae. With respect to the stamens, pick out the characteristics specific to family Fabaceae but not found in Solanaceae or Liliaceae

A

Polyadelphous and epipetalous stamens

B

Monoadelphous and Monothecous anthers

C

Epiphyllous and Dithecous anthers

D

Diadelphous and Dithecous anthers

Question 7: Palette 7/481

Errorless NEET 2023 MCQ

Axile placentation is observed in

A

China rose, Beans and Lupin

B

Tomato, Dianthus and Pea

C

China rose, Petunia and Lemon

D

Mustard, Cucumber and Primrose

Question 8: Palette 8/481

Errorless NEET 2023 MCQ

Assertion : A flower is defined as modified shoot wherein the shoot apical meristem changes to floral meristem. Reason: Internode of the shoot gets condensed to produce different floral appendages laterally at successive node instead of leaves.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

Question 9: Palette 9/481

Errorless NEET 2022 MCQ

Identify the correct set of statements
(A) The leaflets are modified into pointed hard thorns in Citrus and Bougainvillea
(B) Axillary buds form slender and spirally coiled tendrils in cucumber and pumpkin
(C) Stem is flattened and fleshy in Opuntia and modified to perform the function of leaves
(D) Rhizophora shows vertically upward growing roots that help to get oxygen for respiration
(E) Subaerially growing stems in grasses and strawberry help in vegetative propagation

A

B, C, D and E only

B

A, B, D and E only

C

B and C only

D

A and D only

Question 10: Palette 10/481

Errorless NEET 2022 MCQ

Which part of the fruit, labelled in the given figure makes it a false fruit

A

C → Thalamus

B

D →Seed

C

A → Mesocarp

D

B → Endocarp

Question 11: Palette 11/481

Errorless NEET 2021 MCQ

In some members of which of the following pairs of families pollen grains retain their viability for months after release [Kerala PMT 2010; CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2011; NEET 2022]

A

Poaceae ; Leguminosae

B

Poaceae ; Solanaceae

C

Rosaceae ; Leguminosae

D

Poaceae ; Rosaceae

Question 12: Palette 12/481

Errorless NEET 2020 MCQ

Ray florets have

A

Half inferior ovary

B

Inferior ovary

C

Superior ovary

D

Hypogynous ovary

Question 13: Palette 13/481

Errorless NEET 2020 MCQ

The roots that originate from the base of the stem are

A

Lateral roots

B

Fibrous roots

C

Primary roots

D

Prop roots

Question 14: Palette 14/481

Errorless NEET 2019 MCQ

Placentation, in which ovules develop on the inner wall of the ovary or in peripheral part, is Or The type of placentation in which ovary is syncarpous unilocular and ovules on sutures is called [CPMT 2010]

A

Basal

B

Axile

C

Parietal

D

Free central

Question 15: Palette 15/481

Errorless NEET 2019 MCQ

Persistent nucellus in the seed is known as

A

Chalaza

B

Perisperm

C

Hilum

D

Tegmen

Question 16: Palette 16/481

Errorless NEET 2018 MCQ

Which of the following flowers only once in its life-time

A

Bamboo species

B

Jackfruit

C

Mango

D

Papaya

Question 17: Palette 17/481

Errorless NEET 2017; Bihar PMT 1994 MCQ

Thorn of Bougainvillea is modified

A

Stem

B

Leaf

C

Floral bud

D

Root

Question 18: Palette 18/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-II) 2016 MCQ

Which one of the following statements is not correct

A

Water hyacinth, growing in the standing water, drains oxygen from water that leads to the death of fishes

B

Offspring produced by the asexual reproduction are called clone

C

Microscopic, motile asexual reproductive structures are called zoospores

D

In potato, banana and ginger, the plantlets arise from the internodes present in the modified stem

Question 19: Palette 19/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-I) 2016 MCQ

Which of the following is not a stem modification

A

Pitcher of Nepenthes

B

Thorns of citrus

C

Tendrils of cucumber

D

Flattened structures of Opuntia

Question 20: Palette 20/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-II) 2016 MCQ

Many plants among Indigofera, Sesbania, Salvia, Allium, Aloe, mustard, groundnut, radish, gram and turnip have stamens with different lengths in their flowers

A

Six

B

Three

C

Four

D

Five

Question 21: Palette 21/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-II) 2016 MCQ

Radial symmetry is found in the flowers of

A

Cassia

B

Brassica

C

Trifolium

D

Pisum

Question 22: Palette 22/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-II) 2016 MCQ

The term polyadelphous' is related to

A

Calyx

B

Gynoecium

C

Androecium

D

Corolla

Question 23: Palette 23/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-I) 2016 MCQ

Proximal end of the filament of stamen is attached to the

A

Anther

B

Connective

C

Placenta

D

Thalamus or petal

Question 24: Palette 24/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-I) 2016 MCQ

The standard petal of a papilionaceous corolla is also called

A

Carina

B

Pappus

C

Vexillum

D

Corona

Question 25: Palette 25/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-I) 2016 MCQ

Tricarpellary syncarpous gynoecium is found in flowers of

A

Liliaceae

B

Solanaceae

C

Fabaceae

D

Poaceae

Question 26: Palette 26/481

Errorless NEET (Phase-II) 2016 MCQ

Match Column-I with Column-II and select the correct option using the codes given below

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Pistils fused together (B) Formation of gametes (C) Hyphae of higher Ascomycetes (D) Unisexual female flower	(P) Gametogenesis (Q) Pistillate (R) Syncarpous (S) Dikaryotic

A

A-R, B-P, C-S, D-Q

B

A-S, B-R, C-P, D-Q

C

A-Q, B-P, C-S, D-R

D

A-P, B-Q, C-S, D-R

Question 27: Palette 27/481

Errorless AIPMT 2015 MCQ

Roots play insignificant role in absorption of water in

A

Pistia

B

Pea

C

Wheat

D

Sunflower

Question 28: Palette 28/481

Errorless AIPMT 2015 MCQ

Flowers are unisexual in

A

Cucumber

B

China rose

C

Onion

D

Pea

Question 29: Palette 29/481

Errorless AIPMT (Cancelled) 2015 MCQ

Perigynous flowers are found in

A

Cucumber

B

China rose

C

Rose

D

Guava

Question 30: Palette 30/481

Errorless AIPMT 2015 MCQ

Among china rose, mustard, Brinjal, potato, guava, cucumber onion and tulip, how many plants have superior ovary

A

Six

B

Three

C

Four

D

Five

Question 31: Palette 31/481

Errorless MHCET 2015 MCQ

Which one of the following is a non-endospermic seed

A

Sunflower

B

Coconut

C

Ground nut

D

Wheat

Question 32: Palette 32/481

Errorless AIPMT (Cancelled) 2015 MCQ

Transmission tissue is characteristic feature of

A

Solid style

B

Dry stigma

C

Wet stigma

D

Hollow style

Question 33: Palette 33/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2014 MCQ

When the margins of sepals or petals overlap one another without any particular direction, the condition is termed as

A

Twisted

B

Valvate

C

Vexillary

D

Imbricate

Question 34: Palette 34/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2014 MCQ

Non-albuminous seed is produced in

A

Wheat

B

Pea

C

Maize

D

Castor

Question 35: Palette 35/481

Errorless GUJCET 2014 MCQ

“Embryo are not differentiated into different tissues at the time of fruit ripening". Select option related to this statement

A

Exogenous dormancy, physiological dormancy

B

Endogenous dormancy, morphological dormancy

C

Exogenous dormancy, morphological dormancy

D

Endogenous dormancy, mechanical dormancy

Question 36: Palette 36/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2014 MCQ

Which one of the following statements is correct

A

A proteinaceous aleurone layer is present in maize grain

B

A sterile pistil is called a staminode

C

The seed in grasses is not endospermic

D

Mango is a parthenocarpic fruit

Question 37: Palette 37/481

Errorless NEET (Karnataka) 2013 MCQ

How many plants among China rose, Ocimum, sunflower, mustard, Alstonia, guava, Calotropis and Nerium (Oleander) have opposite phyllotaxy

A

Three

B

Four

C

Five

D

Two

Question 38: Palette 38/481

Errorless NEET (Karnataka) 2013 MCQ

In a cymose inflorescence the main axis

A

Has unlimited growth

B

Bears a solitary flower

C

Has unlimited growth but lateral branches end in flowers

D

Terminates in a flower

Question 39: Palette 39/481

Errorless NEET (Karnataka) 2013 MCQ

Inflorescence is racemose in

A

Brinjal

B

Tulip

C

Aloe

D

Soyabean

Question 40: Palette 40/481

Errorless NEET 2013 MCQ

Among bitter gourd, mustard, brinjal, pumpkin, chinarose, lupin, cucumber, sunhemp, gram, guava, bean, chilli, plum, petunia, tomato, rose, withania, potato, onion, aloe and tulip how many plants have hypogynous flower

A

Eighteen

B

Six

C

Ten

D

Fifteen

Question 41: Palette 41/481

Errorless NEET (Karnataka) 2013 MCQ

Among flowers of Calotropis, tulip, Sesbania, Asparagus, Colchicine, Sweet pea, Petunia, Indigofera, Mustard, Soyabean, Tobacco and groundnut how many plants have corolla with valvate aestivation

A

Six

B

Seven

C

Eight

D

Five

Question 42: Palette 42/481

Errorless NEET 2013 MCQ

Seed coat is not thin, membranous in

A

Gram

B

Maize

C

Coconut

D

Groundnut

Question 43: Palette 43/481

Errorless NEET (Karnataka) 2013 MCQ

Albuminous seeds store their reserve food mainly in

A

Endosperm

B

Cotyledons

C

Hypocotyl

D

Perisperm

Question 44: Palette 44/481

Errorless MP PMT 2013 MCQ

Coleoptile represents

A

Covering of radical

B

Covering of cotyledon

C

Covering of plumule

D

Synonym of plumule

Question 45: Palette 45/481

Errorless MP PMT 2013 MCQ

Adaptive heterophylly is found in

A

Limnophila heterophylla

B

Alysicarpus heterophyllus

C

Eucalyptus

D

Jack fruit tree

Question 46: Palette 46/481

Errorless AIIMS 2012 MCQ

Which of the following is correctly matched

A

Monstera – Fibrous root

B

Dahlia – Fasciculated root

C

Azadirachta – Adventitious root

D

Basil – Prop roots

Question 47: Palette 47/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2012; AIPMT (Cancelled) 2015 MCQ

Find out correct order of vegetative propagules of plants like potato, ginger Agave, Bryophyllum and water hyacinth

A

Offset, bulbil, leaf bud, rhizome and eyes

B

Leaf bud, bulbil, offset, rhizome and eyes

C

Eyes, rhizome, bulbil, leaf bud and offset

D

Rhizome, bulbil, leaf bud, eyes and offset

E

Offset, bulbil, leaf bud, rhizome and eyes

Question 48: Palette 48/481

Errorless NCERT; CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2012 MCQ

Which one of the following is correctly matched

A

Onion-Bulb

B

Ginger-Sucker

C

Chlamydomonas – Conidia

D

Yeast – Zoospores

Question 49: Palette 49/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

Petiole part of the leaf is known as

A

Epipodium

B

Mesopodium

C

Hypopodium

D

None of these

Question 50: Palette 50/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

Foliaceous stipules are found in

A

Rose

B

Wild pea

C

Castor

D

Kadam

Question 51: Palette 51/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

1/3 spiral phyllotaxy (called Tristichous) means

A

3 rows of alternate rows

B

In one circle, there are 3 leaves

C

The angular divergence between 2 leaves is 120°

D

All of these

Question 52: Palette 52/481

Errorless NCERT; CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2012 MCQ

Cymose inflorescence is present in

A

Solanum

B

Sesbania

C

Trifolium

D

Brassica

Question 53: Palette 53/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2012 MCQ

The gynoecium consists of many free pistils in flowers of

A

Aloe

B

Tomato

C

Papaver

D

Michelia

Question 54: Palette 54/481

Errorless J & K CET 2012 MCQ

The flower of Calotropis has which of the following aestivations [NCERT Pg. No. 63]

A

Twisted

B

Imbricate

C

Valvate

D

Vexillary

Question 55: Palette 55/481

Errorless J & K CET 2012 MCQ

On the basis of position of the ovary, mustard plants are [NCERT Pg. No. 63]

A

Hypogynous

B

Perigynous

C

Epigynous

D

Zygomorphic

Question 56: Palette 56/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

The condition in which stamens are fused by anthers only, whereas the filaments remain free, is termed as

A

Adelphous

B

Syngenesious

C

Synandrous

D

Polyandrous

Question 57: Palette 57/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2012 MCQ

How many plants in the list given below have marginal placentation : Mustard, Gram, Tulip, Asparagus, Arhar, Sun hemp, Chilli, Colchicine, Onion, Moong, Pea, Tobacco, Lupin

A

Four

B

Five

C

Six

D

Three

Question 58: Palette 58/481

Errorless KCET 2012 MCQ

Usually, the whorl in a flower that attracts insects and protects the essential parts is

A

Calyx

B

Androecium

C

Gynoecium

D

Corolla

Question 59: Palette 59/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2012 MCQ

Find out the pairs, which are correctly, matched with respect to aestivation of petals
(I) Valvate - Calotropis
(II) Twisted - Bean
(III) Imbricate- Cassia
(IV) Vexillary- China rose

A

II and IV

B

I and II

C

I and III

D

III and IV

E

II and III

Question 60: Palette 60/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2012 MCQ

Choose the specific characters of the flowers of Canna

A

Actinomorphic and radial symmetry

B

Irregular and bilateral symmetry

C

Irregular and zygomorphic

D

Irregular and radial symmetry

E

Irregular and asymmetric

Question 61: Palette 61/481

Errorless AIIMS 2012 MCQ

Plants with inferior ovary usually bear

A

Pseudocarps

B

Berries

C

Aggregate fruits

D

Seedless fruits

Question 62: Palette 62/481

Errorless BHU 2012 MCQ

In orange which part is edible

A

Mesocarp

B

Endocarp

C

Aril

D

Placental hairs

Question 63: Palette 63/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

Fruit of grape vine is

A

Siliqua

B

Lomentum

C

Berry

D

Drupe

Question 64: Palette 64/481

Errorless NCERT; CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2012 MCQ

How many plants in the list given below have composite fruits that develop from an inflorescence. Walnut, poppy, radish, fig, pineapple, apple, tomato, mulberry

A

Four

B

Five

C

Two

D

Three

Question 65: Palette 65/481

Errorless AIIMS 2012 MCQ

Plants having the above given floral diagram are

A

Leguminous

B

Dicots

C

Medicinal and perennial

D

Having pinnately compound leaves

Question 66: Palette 66/481

Errorless KCET 2012 MCQ

The host for Cercospora personata belongs to this family of angiosperms

A

Gramineae

B

Leguminosae

C

Malvaceae

D

Asclepiadaceae

Question 67: Palette 67/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2012 MCQ

Find out the correctly matched pair

A

Marginal Tomato

B

Axile Pea

C

Parietal Primrose

D

Free Central Argemone

E

Basal Marigold

Question 68: Palette 68/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2012; Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

Vexillary aestivation is characteristic of the family

A

Fabaceae

B

Asteraceae

C

Solanaceae

D

Brassicaceae

Question 69: Palette 69/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2012 MCQ

Placentation in tomato and lemon is

A

Parietal

B

Free central

C

Marginal

D

Axile

Question 70: Palette 70/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2012 MCQ

Which one of the following organisms is correctly matched with its three characteristics

A

Pea : C3 pathway, Endospermic seed, Vexillary aestivation

B

Tomato : Twisted aestivation, Axile placentation, Berry

C

Onion : Bulb, Imbricate aestivation, Axile placentation

D

Maize : C3 pathway, Closed vascular bundles, Scutellum $C _ { 3 }$

Question 71: Palette 71/481

Errorless WB JEE 2012 MCQ

Identify the incorrect statements from the following
(P) Cymose inflorescence is found in Hibiscus sp
(Q) Hypanthodium is found in Ficus benghalensis
(R) Synandrous stamen is found in Calotropis
(S) Hesperidium type of fruit is Mango

A

R, S

B

P, Q

C

Q, R

D

P, S

Question 72: Palette 72/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2011 MCQ

Sweet potato is homologous to

A

Ginger

B

Turnip

C

Potato

D

Colocasia

Question 73: Palette 73/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2011 MCQ

Select the correct statements
(A) From the region of elongation, some of the epidermal cells for root hairs
(B) Pneumatophores are seen in Rhizophora
(C) Adventitious roots are seen in the Banyan tree
(D) Maize and sugarcane have prop roots

A

A and D

B

A, C and D

C

C and D

D

B and C

E

A, B and D

Question 74: Palette 74/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2011 MCQ

Which of the following plants have long slender and coiled stem tendrils developed from axillary buds

A

Grapevine and pumpkins

B

Australian Acacia and watermelon

C

Bougainvillea and cucumber

D

Strawberry and grapevine

E

Alstonia and pumpkins

Question 75: Palette 75/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2011 MCQ

Which of the following is the subaerial stem modification with long internode

A

Rhizome

B

Offset

C

Runner

D

Sucker

Question 76: Palette 76/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2011 MCQ

Which one of the following pairs is wrongly matched while the remaining three are correct

A

Bryophyllum-Leaf buds

B

Agave – Bulbils

C

Penicillium – Conidia

D

Water hyacinth – Runner

Question 77: Palette 77/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2011 MCQ

Match the following and select the correct combination from Column-I (Stem Modifications) with Column-II (Found in) the options given below

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Underground stem (B) Stem tendril (C) Stem thorns (D) Flattened stem (E) Fleshy cylindrical stem	(P) Euphorbia (Q) Opuntia (R) Potato (S) Citrus (T) Cucumber

A

A-P, B-Q, C-R, D-T, E-S

B

A-Q, B-R, C-S, D-T, E-P

C

A-R, B-S, C-T, D-P, E-Q

D

A-R, B-T, C-S, D-Q, E-P

E

A-T, B-R, C-S, D-P, E-Q

Question 78: Palette 78/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2011 MCQ

Study the following statements and select the correct option
(A) Buds are present in the axil of leaflets of the compound leaf
(B) Pulvinus leaf-base is present in some leguminous plants
(C) In Alstonia, the petioles expand, become green and synthesize food
(D) Opposite phyllotaxy is seen in guava

A

B and D are correct but A and C are wrong

B

A and C are correct but B and D are wrong

C

A and D are correct but B and C are wrong

D

B, C and D are correct but A is wrong

Question 79: Palette 79/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2011 MCQ

120° phyllotaxy is found in

A

Tristichous

B

Distichous

C

Pentastichous

D

Octastichous

Question 80: Palette 80/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2011 MCQ

The inflorescence in cauliflower is

A

Compound corymb

B

Corymb

C

Umbel

D

Catkin

Question 81: Palette 81/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2011 MCQ

Thalamus of hypogynous ovary is

A

Convex

B

Concave

C

Flat with partly cup shaped

D

None of these

Question 82: Palette 82/481

Errorless WB JEE 2011 MCQ

A flower is zygomorphic when

A

Any transverse section divides it into two equal halves

B

Only one transverse section divides it into two equal halves

C

Every vertical section passing through its centre divides it into two equal halves

D

Only one vertical section passing through its centre divides it into two equal halves

Question 83: Palette 83/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2011 MCQ

Which one of the following diagrams represents the placentation in Dianthus

A

B

C

D

Question 84: Palette 84/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2011 MCQ

A drupe develops in

A

Tomato

B

Mango

C

Wheat

D

Pea

Question 85: Palette 85/481

Errorless KCET 2011 MCQ

Read the following statements A and B (A) Many organs of aquatic plants float in water (B) Large air gaps are present in the collenchyma tissues of lotus leaf Select the correct answer

A

Statement A is correct and B is wrong

B

Statement B is correct and A is wrong

C

Statements A and B both are correct

D

Statements A and B both are wrong

Question 86: Palette 86/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2011 MCQ

From the options given below, find out the correct floral formula for a flower having the following characters namely actinomorphic, bisexual, five united sepals, five united petals, stamens five and epipetalous, bicarpellary, syncarpous with superior ovary

A

⊕ $\tilde { \mathcal { G } } K _ { \{ 5 \} } C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { 5 } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 2 ) }$

B

$\oplus { \vec { \mathcal { P } } } K _ { ( 5 ) } { \overline { { C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { ( 5 ) } } } } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 2 ) }$

C

$\oplus \bar { \mathcal { G } } { K } _ { ( 5 ) } C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { ( 5 ) } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 2 ) }$

D

$\oplus \bar { \mathcal { G } } { K } _ { ( 5 ) } \overline { { { C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { ( 5 ) } } } } \overline { { G } } _ { ( 2 ) }$

E

$\oplus \bar { \mathcal { G } } K _ { ( 5 ) } C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { ( 5 ) } \overline { { { G } } } _ { ( 2 ) }$

Question 87: Palette 87/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2010 MCQ

Find the incorrect match

A

Tap root : Carrot

B

Adventitious root : Sweet potato

C

Prop root : Banyan tree

D

Stilt root : Turnip

Question 88: Palette 88/481

Errorless AFMC 2010 MCQ

The structure which contain vascular bundle and is modification of stem is

A

Bristles

B

Thorn

C

Prickle

D

Spine

Question 89: Palette 89/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2010; Kerala PMT 2012 MCQ

Which one of the following is a xerophytic plant in which the stem is modified into the flat green and succulent structure Or Phylloclade is found in [AMU (Med.) 2001]

A

Opuntia

B

Casuarina

C

Hydrilla

D

Acacia

Question 90: Palette 90/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

Succulent stem is found in

A

Pisum

B

Casuarina

C

Oxalis

D

Euphorbia

Question 91: Palette 91/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2010 MCQ

Find the correct match

A

Mustard plant : leaves are opposite

B

Mustard plant : leaves are alternate

C

Guava plant : Leaves are alternate

D

Guava plant : Leaves are whorled

Question 92: Palette 92/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2010; CBSE PMT (Mains) 2011 MCQ

Whorled, simple leaves with reticulate venation are present in

A

China Rose

B

Alstonia

C

Calotropis

D

Neem

Question 93: Palette 93/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2010, 11; CBSE PMT (Mains) 2011 MCQ

Match Column-I with Column-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Gemmules (B) Leaf-buds (C) Bulbil (D) Offset (E) Conidia	(P) Agave (Q) Penicillium (R) Water hyacinth (S) Sponges (T) Bryophyllum

A

A-S, B-T, C-P, D-R, E-Q

B

A-S, B-R, C-Q, D-P, E-T

C

A-R, B-T, C-S, D-Q, E-P

D

A-S, B-P, C-T, D-R, E-Q

E

A-R, B-T, C-S, D-P, E-Q

Question 94: Palette 94/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2010 MCQ

Consider the following statements (A) In racemose inflorescence the flowers are borne in a basipetal order (B) Epigynous flowers are seen in rose plant (C) In brinjal the ovary is superior Of these statements

A

A and B are true but C is false

B

A and C are true but B is false

C

A and B are false but C is true

D

A and C are false but B is true

E

B and C are true but A is false

Question 95: Palette 95/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2010; AIPMT (Cancelled) 2015 MCQ

Keel is the characteristic feature of flower of

A

Indigofera, Bean

B

Aloe, Gulmohar

C

Tomato, Cassia

D

Tulip, Calotropis

Question 96: Palette 96/481

Errorless DUMET 2010 MCQ

The expression "gynoecium is apocarpous" implies that the

A

Gynoecium comprises only one pistil which is fused with the stamen

B

Gynoecium comprises more than one carpel, all of which are free

C

Gynoecium comprises only one carpel which is free

D

Gynoecium comprises more than one carpel which are fused

Question 97: Palette 97/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2010, 11; NEET (Phase-II) 2016 MCQ

Match the Column-I with Column-II and Column-III

Column-I	Column-II	Column-III
(I) Marginal (II) Axile (III) Parietal (IV) Free Central (V) Basal	(i) Sunflower, Marigold (ii) Dianthus, Primrose (iii) Mustard, Argemone (iv) China rose, Tomato, Lemon (v) Pea	(P) (Q) (R) (S) (T)

A

I-T, i; II-R, ii; III-Q, iv; IV-P, v; V-S, iii

B

I-T, i; II-Q, iv; III-P, ii; IV-R, iii; V-S, v

C

I-P, v; II-Q, iv; III-R, iii; IV-S, ii; V-T, i

D

I-T, v; II-Q, iv; III-P, iii; IV-R, ii; V-S, i

Question 98: Palette 98/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

In which type of aestivation the petal arrangement is 2 external, 2 internal and 1 partly external and partly internal seen

A

Twisted

B

Imbricate

C

Quincuncial

D

Valvate

Question 99: Palette 99/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

Gynandrous condition means

A

Adhesion of stamens and carpels

B

Cohesion of stamens

C

Stamens united by filaments only

D

Free stamens

Question 100: Palette 100/481

Errorless KCET 2010 MCQ

The following diagrams A, B, C, D and E show the different types of arrangement of stamens based on the cohesion of their parts in different plants. Assign the stamens to their respective plants. Choose the correct answer

A

Hibiscus Helianthus Cucurbita Crotolaria Bombax ceiba rosa-sinensis annus pepo juncea

B

Hibiscus Bombax ceiba Cucurbita Crotolaria Helianthus rosa-sinensis pepo juncea annus

C

Hibiscus Bombax ceiba Helianthus Cucurbita Crotolaria rosa-sinensis annus pepo juncea

D

Hibiscus Crotolaria Bombax Helianthus Cucurbita pepo rosa-sinensis juncea ceiba annus

Question 101: Palette 101/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2010 MCQ

In unilocular ovary with a single ovule the placentation is

A

Axile

B

Marginal

C

Basal

D

Free Central

Question 102: Palette 102/481

Errorless AIIMS 2010 MCQ

A fruit developed from a condensed inflorescence is

A

Simple fruit

B

Aggregate fruit

C

Composite fruit

D

Etaerio

Question 103: Palette 103/481

Errorless MP PMT 2010 MCQ

Bracts, perianth and seeds are edible parts of

A

Cocos nucifera

B

Artocarpus heterophyllus

C

Magnifera indica

D

Argemone mexicana

Question 104: Palette 104/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

Non endospermic seeds are found in

A

Wheat

B

Castor

C

Barley

D

Bean

Question 105: Palette 105/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2010 MCQ

The scutellum observed in a grain of wheat or maize is comparable to which part of the seed in other monocotyledons

A

Plumule

B

Cotyledon

C

Endosperm

D

Aleurone layer

Question 106: Palette 106/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

In which of the following types the fruit is multilocular and split open longitudinally along dorsal sutures

A

Capsular

B

Loculicidal

C

Septicidal

D

Septifragal

Question 107: Palette 107/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2010 MCQ

Which of the following is not correctly paired

A

Fabaceae : Legume family

B

Solanaceae : Potato family

C

Liliaceae : Sunflower family

D

Brassicaceae : Mustard family

Question 108: Palette 108/481

Errorless NCERT; CPMT 2010 MCQ

Colchicum autumnale is a member of Or Colchicine is obtained from which of the following families [AFMC 2012]

A

Brassicaceae

B

Liliaceae

Question 109: Palette 109/481

Errorless MP PMT 2010 MCQ

Capitulum is found in the members of the family

A

Ranunculaceae

B

Solanaceae

C

Asteraceae

D

Labiatae

Question 110: Palette 110/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

Select the incorrect match from the following

A

Mimosaceae – kiker

B

Malvaceae - hollyhock

C

Fabaceae - alfalfa

D

Caesalpiniaceae- catechu

Question 111: Palette 111/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2010 MCQ

Consider the following four statements A, B, C and D and select the right option for two correct statements
(A) In vexillary aestivation, the large posterior petal is called - standard, two lateral ones are wings and two small anterior petals are termed keel
(B) The floral formula for Liliaceae is $\oplus \bar { \mathcal { G } } ^ { P _ { 3 + 3 } A _ { 3 + 3 } + G _ { \underline { { { 3 } } } } }$
(C) In pea flower the stamens are monadelphous
(D) The floral formula for Solanaceae is ④ 0+ $K _ { ( 3 ) } C _ { ( 3 ) } A _ { ( 4 ) } + G _ { ( 2 ) }$ The correct statements are

A

A and C

B

A and B

C

B and C

D

C and D

Question 112: Palette 112/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Mains) 2010; BHU 2012 MCQ

The typical floral formula of Papilionaceae (Soybean) is

A

⊕ $\bar { \mathcal { P } } ^ { \mathrm { K } _ { \{ 5 \} } } \mathsf { C } _ { ( 5 ) } \mathsf { A } _ { 5 } \mathsf { \Omega } \mathsf { G } _ { 2 }$

B

⊕ $\mathcal { \bar { Q } } ^ { \bar { \mathsf { K } } _ { ( 5 - 4 ) } \mathsf { C } _ { ( 5 - 4 ) } \mathsf { A } \mathsf { G } _ { 5 } }$

C

$\begin{array} { r } { \mathcal { I } _ { 0 } } \underline { { \mathcal { J } } } ^ { * } \mathsf { K } _ { ( 5 ) } \mathsf { C } _ { 1 + 2 + ( 2 ) } \mathsf { A } _ { 1 + ( 9 ) } \mathsf { G } _ { 1 } \end{array}$

D

% $\mathsf { K } _ { ( 5 ) } \mathsf C _ { 5 } \mathsf { A } _ { 1 0 } \mathsf { G } _ { 1 }$

Question 113: Palette 113/481

Errorless KCET 2010 MCQ

The presence of corollary corona, sagittate anthers and dumb-bell shaped stigma are the characteristic features of

A

Musa paradisiaca

B

Hibiscus rosa-sinensis

C

Catheranthus roseus

D

Ravenala madagascariensis

Question 114: Palette 114/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

In hypogeal germination due to elongation of ....plumule comes out of the ground Or The portion of embryonal axis above cotyledon is called as [J & K CET 2012]

A

Hypocotyl

B

Epicotyl

C

Cotyledons

D

Both a and b

Question 115: Palette 115/481

Errorless CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2010, 11; NEET 2020 MCQ

The ovary is half inferior in

A

Plum

B

Brinjal

C

Mustard

D

Sunflower

Question 116: Palette 116/481

Errorless MP PMT 2010 MCQ

In coconut fruit, the hard shell is

A

Endocarp

B

Fused structure of mesocarp and endocarp

C

Fused structure of epicarp and mesocarp

D

Epicarp

Question 117: Palette 117/481

Errorless DUMET 2009 MCQ

If a primary root continues to grow, the type of root system will be known as

A

Secondary

B

Fibrous

C

Tap

D

Stilt

Question 118: Palette 118/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2009 MCQ

Stem may function for

A

Storage, support and vegetative propagation

B

Protection

C

Spread branches

D

All of these

Question 119: Palette 119/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2009 MCQ

In Calotropis the phyllotaxy is

A

Alternate

B

Verticellate

C

Opposite and superposed

D

Opposite and decussate

Question 120: Palette 120/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2009 MCQ

Ochreate stipules are found in

A

Polygonaceae

B

Acanthaceae

C

Leguminosae

D

Malvaceae

Question 121: Palette 121/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2009; Odisha JEE 2011 MCQ

Multicostate parallel type of venation is found in the leaves of

A

Grasses and palms

B

Banana and canna

C

Castor and china rose

D

Mango and peepal

E

Castor and tapioca

Question 122: Palette 122/481

Errorless EAMCET 2009 MCQ

A student observed 34 inflorescences in Bougainvillea and 42 inflorescences in Poinsettia. Find out the number of flowers in Bougainvillea and the number of female flower in Poinsettia, respectively

A

34, 126

B

68, ∞

C

204, 164

D

102, 42

Question 123: Palette 123/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2009 MCQ

Which of the following statements are correct
(i) When a fruit develops from the inflorescence, it is composite
(ii) Mesocarp is the edible part in apple
(iii) Gynobasic style is seen in Ocimum
(iv) Hypanthodium is a special type of inflorescence found in Euphorbia species

A

i and iv are correct

B

i and iii are correct

C

i and ii are correct

D

ii, iii and iv are correct

E

ii and iv are correct

Question 124: Palette 124/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2009 MCQ

Given inflorescence is a

A

Cyathium

B

Dichasial cyme

C

Umbel

D

Panicle

E

Verticillaster

Question 125: Palette 125/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2009, 12 MCQ

When placenta forms a ridge along the ventral suture of the ovary and the ovules are borne on this ridge forming two rows, the placentation is termed as

A

Axile

B

Parietal

C

Marginal

D

Basal

Question 126: Palette 126/481

Errorless CPMT 2009; MP PMT 2013 MCQ

Glumes are modified

A

Petals

B

Bracts (Dry and scaly bracts)

C

Gynoecium

D

Androecium

Question 127: Palette 127/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2009; AIPMT 2015 MCQ

An example of axile placentation is Or Polyadelphous anthers are present in

A

Argemone

B

Dianthus

C

Lemon

D

Marigold

Question 128: Palette 128/481

Errorless EAMCET 2009 MCQ

A perennial shrub has compound leaves and solitary zygomorphic and epigynous flowers. Each flower reveals dichlamydeous condition with many stamens and multiple fruits with exalbuminous seeds. What is the ratic of advanced and primitive characters in it

A

1:2

B

2:3

C

1:1

D

3 : 2

Question 129: Palette 129/481

Errorless EAMCET 2009 MCQ

A plant with actinomorphic and hypogynous flowers, heterochlamydeous perianth, dorsifixed and extrorse anthers dehiscing transversely belongs to

A

Coronariae

B

Bicarpellatae

C

Thalamiflorae

D

Calyciflorae

Question 130: Palette 130/481

Errorless MP PMT 2009; Odisha JEE 2009 MCQ

A monocarpic plant is one which

A

Has only one carpel

B

Flowers once in a life-time

C

Produces only one seed

D

Produces only one fruit

Question 131: Palette 131/481

Errorless WB JEE 2009 MCQ

When the other floral parts are arranged at the base of the gynoecium, the flower is called [NCERT Pg. No. 63]

A

Hypogynous flower

B

Perigynous flower

C

Epigynous flower

D

Agynous flower

Question 132: Palette 132/481

Errorless CPMT 2009 MCQ

Zygomorphic condition can be represented as

A

⊕

B

%

C

P

D

G

Question 133: Palette 133/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2009 MCQ

Cotyledons and testa respectively are edible parts in

A

Groundnut and pomegranate

B

Walnut and tamarind

C

French bean and cocount

D

Cashew nut and litchi

Question 134: Palette 134/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2009 MCQ

A fruit developed from hypanthodium inflorescence is called

A

Hesperidium

B

Sorosis

C

Syconus

D

Caryopsis

Question 135: Palette 135/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2009 MCQ

An example of a seed with endoperm perisperm and caruncle is Or Which one of the following is an endospermic seed [Kerala CET 2002] Or In which of the following plants, cotyledons form the first pair of leaves [AIIMS 1992]

A

Cotton

B

Coffee

C

Lily

D

Castor

Question 136: Palette 136/481

Errorless DUMET 2009; CPMT 2010; NEET 2017 MCQ

In which plant the fruit is a drupe, seed coat is thin, embryo is inconspicuous and endosperm is edible

A

Groundnut

B

Wheat

C

Apple

D

Coconut

Question 137: Palette 137/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2009, 12 MCQ

In drupe of coconut the mesocarp is

A

Fleshy

B

Fibrous

C

Stony

D

Watery

Question 138: Palette 138/481

Errorless CPMT 2009; AFMC 2010 MCQ

An example of false fruit is

A

Apple

B

Banana

C

Grapes

D

Mango

Question 139: Palette 139/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2009 MCQ

Which one of the following series include the orders ranales, parietales and malvales

A

Bicarpellatae

B

Thalamiflorae

C

Calyciflorea

D

Disciflorae

E

Inferae

Question 140: Palette 140/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2009 MCQ

The characteristic type of placentation found in the members of caryophyllaceae is

A

Parietal

B

Marginal

C

Basal

D

Axile

E

Free central

Question 141: Palette 141/481

Errorless WB JEE 2009 MCQ

Scientific name of Sunflower is

A

Brassica compesteris

B

Pisum sativum

C

Helianthus annuus

D

Gossypium herbaceum

Question 142: Palette 142/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2009 MCQ

Select the characters which are not applicable to the family solanaceae
(i) Epipetalous and syngenesious anthers
(ii) Bicarpellary and syncarpous ovary
(iii) Oblique ovary with axile placentation
(iv) Stamens six, arranged in two whorls (v) Bicarpellary, syncarpous and inferior ovary

A

ii and ii only

B

i, iv and v only

C

ii, iv and v only

D

i and iii only

E

iii, iv and v only

Question 143: Palette 143/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2009; AIPMT (Cancelled) 2015 MCQ

The floral formula $\widehat { \mathcal { G } } K _ { ( 5 ) } \widehat { C _ { ( 5 ) } } A _ { 5 }$ G(2) is that of

A

Tulip

B

Soybean

C

Sunnhemp

D

Tobacco /Petunia

Question 144: Palette 144/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2009 MCQ

An example of liliaceae family is

A

Lupin

B

Soyabean

C

Petunia

D

Tulip

Question 145: Palette 145/481

Errorless DUMET 2009 MCQ

Sunflower belongs to the family

A

Liliaceae

B

Asteraceae

C

Cruciferae

D

Fabaceae

Question 146: Palette 146/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2009 MCQ

Which one of the following represent the floral characters of poaceae

A

Pedicellate, bracteate, bisexual, tetramerous, actinomorphic, complete and superior ovary

B

Pedicellate, bracteate, bisexual, pentamerous, zygomorphic complete and superior ovary

C

Sessile, bracteate, bracteolate, incomplete, uni or bisexual, perianth modified into lodicules, stamens three, syncarpous, superior ovary and feathery stigma

D

Bracteate, unisexual actinomorphic, stamens five and inferior ovary

E

Bracteate, bracteolate, bisexual, pentamerous, actinomorphic, complete and superior ovary

Question 147: Palette 147/481

Errorless EAMCET 2009 MCQ

Assertion : In syconous type of fruit, the achenses formed are fewer than the total number of flowers in the inflorescence from which it is formed. Reason: Upper and middle flowers cannot develop into fruits.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

Question 148: Palette 148/481

Errorless EAMCET 2009 MCQ

Assertion : An ascending taxonomic sequence of Gossypium herbaceum indicates its placement in progressively higher groups. Reason: Ascending taxonomic hierarchy indicates that a taxon is treated as belonging to a number of taxa.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

Question 149: Palette 149/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2009 MCQ

Ephemerals are drought

A

Loving

B

Enduring

C

Escaping

D

Resistant

Question 150: Palette 150/481

Errorless DUMET 2009 MCQ

In a monoecious plant

A

Male and female sex organs are on different individuals

B

Male and female gametes are of two morphologically distinct types

C

Male and female sex organs are on the same individual

D

All the stamens are fused to form one unit.

Question 151: Palette 151/481

Errorless MP PMT 2009 MCQ

Viral infection is usually absent in

A

Phloem cells

B

Xylem cells

C

Pith cells

D

Apical meristem

Question 152: Palette 152/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2008 MCQ

Which of the following statements is/are true
(A) If the stem is jointed with solid nodes and hollow internodes, it is called caudex
(B) In Tridax the stem is decumbent
(C) Corm is a condensed form of rhizome growing more or less in vertical direction
(D) Sucker is an underground modification of stem
(E) Biparous type of cymose branching is seen in Saraca

A

A, D and E only

B

B and C only

C

B, C and E only

D

C and D only

E

D and E only

Question 153: Palette 153/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2008 MCQ

Cactaceae Stores water in leaves. It implies

A

Ephemerals

B

Drought resistants

C

Annuals

D

Non succulents

Question 154: Palette 154/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2008 MCQ

In angiospermic bud condition floral bud is covered by whorls of

A

Petal

B

Sepal

C

Anther

D

Stigma

Question 155: Palette 155/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2008 MCQ

The correct sequence of types of corolla in the following figures is
(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

(E)

A

A - Caryophyllaceous, B - papilionaceous, C - bilabiate, D - tubular, E - bell- shaped

B

A − papilionaceous, B – bilabiate, C − tubular, D – bellshaped, E - caryophyllaceous

C

A – bilabiate, B – papilionaceous, C- caryophyllaceous, D - bell- shaped, E - tubular

D

A - caryophyllaceous, B - bilabiate, C - papilionaceous, D – tubular, E – bell- shaped

E

A – tubular, B – bell- shaped, C – caryophyllaceous, D - bilabiate, E - papilionaceous

Question 156: Palette 156/481

Errorless WB JEE 2008 MCQ

In guava, cucurbits flowers are

A

Hypogynous flower

B

Epigynous flower

C

Perigynous flower

D

Both hypogynous & perigynous

Question 157: Palette 157/481

Errorless WB JEE 2008 MCQ

In floral formula (K) denotes

A

Polysepalous

B

Gamosepalous

C

Polypetalous

D

Gamopetalous

Question 158: Palette 158/481

Errorless WB JEE 2008 MCQ

To Which of the following flower synandrous'condition is found

A

Sunflower (Helianthus sp)

B

Gourd (Cucurbita sp)

C

Pea (Pisum sativum)

D

Lemon (Citrus sp)

Question 159: Palette 159/481

Errorless AFMC 2008 MCQ

Gynoecium with fused carpels

A

Syncarpous

B

Apocarpous

C

Syngenecium

D

None of these

Question 160: Palette 160/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2008 MCQ

Single flower with multiple ovaries is called

A

Composite fruit

B

Simple fruit

C

Aggregate fruit

D

None of these

Question 161: Palette 161/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2008 MCQ

Cereals during germination derive their food from

A

Starch

B

Soil

C

Aleurone grains

D

Embryo

Question 162: Palette 162/481

Errorless VITEEE 2008 MCQ

Karyopsis is

A

One seeded fruit

B

Two seeded fruit

C

Three seeded fruit

D

Four seeded fruit

Question 163: Palette 163/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2008 MCQ

The fruit is chambered, developed from inferior ovary and has seeds with succulent testa in

A

Guava

B

Cucumber

C

Pomegranate

D

Orange

Question 164: Palette 164/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2008 MCQ

Dry indehiscent single-seeded fruit formed from bicarpellary syncarpous inferior ovary is

A

Berry

B

Cremocarp

C

Caryopsis

D

Cypsela

Question 165: Palette 165/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2008 MCQ

The fleshy receptacle of syconus of fig encloses a number of

A

Berries

B

Mericarps

C

Achenes

D

Samaras

Question 166: Palette 166/481

Errorless BHU 2008 MCQ

Which one of the following is a true nut

A

Walnut

B

Groundnut

C

Cashewnut

D

Coconut

Question 167: Palette 167/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2008 MCQ

Masses of pollen grains i.e, pollinia is found in

A

Orchidaceae

B

Solanaceae

C

Malvaceae

D

Gramineae

Question 168: Palette 168/481

Errorless J & K CET 2008 MCQ

Bicarpellary, syncarpous ovary with axile placentation is seen in

A

Solanaceae

B

Caesalpinaceae

C

Asteraceae

D

Malvaceae

Question 169: Palette 169/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2008 MCQ

Replum is present in the ovary of flower of

A

Sun flower

B

Pea

C

Lemon

D

Brassicaceae Mustard

Question 170: Palette 170/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2008 MCQ

Which of the following is/are not characteristic features of Asteraceae (A) Cypsela type of fruit (B) Syngenesious stamens (C) Ovary bicarpellary and superior (D) Placentation marginal (E) Head type of inflorescence

A

B, C and D only

B

C and E only

C

C and D only

D

A and B only

E

C only

Question 171: Palette 171/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2008 MCQ

Family Podostemaceãe is placed under the series

A

Multiovulatae aquaticae

B

Microembryeae

C

Daphnales

D

Unisexuales

E

Heteromerae

Question 172: Palette 172/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2008 MCQ

Transparent hairs on catkins and caterpillars function to

A

Trap heat

B

Trap moisture

C

Reflect light

D

Drink water

Question 173: Palette 173/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2007 MCQ

Match the items in Column – I with Column – II and choose the correct alternative

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Tubercular storage roots (B) Pneumatophore (C) Haustoria (D) Prop-roots (E) Assimilatory roots	(P) Tinospora (Q) Heritiera (R) Asparagus (S) Viscum (T) Screwpine

A

A-Q, B-R, C-S, D-T, E-P

B

A-R, B-S, C-T, D-P, E-Q

C

A-R, B-P, C-Q, D-T, E-S

D

A-T, B-S, C-R, D-Q, E-P

E

A-R, B-Q, C-S, D-T, E-P

Question 174: Palette 174/481

Errorless MP PMT 2007 MCQ

Ginger is a stem which can be differentiated from root because it

A

Grows parallel to ground

B

Stores food

C

Lacks chlorophyll

D

Has nodes and internodes

Question 175: Palette 175/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2007 MCQ

Plants with single whorl of perianth are placed under

A

Class : Monocot Sub class : Monochlamydeae

B

Class : Dicot Series : Monochlamydeae

C

Class : Dicot Sub class : Monochlamydeae

D

Class : Monocot Sub class : Gamopetalae

E

Class : Dicot Series: Bicarpellatae

Question 176: Palette 176/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2007 MCQ

Match Column – I with Column – II and choose the correct answers

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Coleorhiza (B) Food storing tissue (C) Parthenocarpic fruit (D) Single seeded fruit developing from monocarpellary superior ovary (E) Membranous seed coat	(P) Grapes (Q) Mango (R) Maize (S) Radicle (T) Endosperm

A

A-R, B-P, C-S, D-Q, E-T

B

A-S, B-Q, C-T, D-P, E-R

C

A-T, B-P, C-R, D-S, E-Q

D

A-P, B-R, C-Q, D-T, E-S

E

A-S, B-T, C-P, D-Q, E-R

Question 177: Palette 177/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2007 MCQ

The floral formula of the given floral diagram is

A

$B r K _ { P a p p u s } C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { 0 } G _ { \overline { { { ( 2 ) } } } }$

B

$B r \bar { { Q . } } K _ { P a p p u s } C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { ( 5 ) } G ( 1 )$

C

$B r \overset { \mathcal { J } } { \underset { + } { Q . \mathit { K } } } _ { 5 ( \mathit { P a p p u s } ) } \overline { { C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { ( 5 ) } } } , G _ { \overline { { ( 2 ) } } }$

D

$B r \tilde { \mathcal { Q } } . K _ { P a p p u s } \overline { { C _ { ( 5 ) } A _ { ( 5 ) } } } , G _ { ( 2 ) }$

E

$B r \mathcal { \vec { Q } } . K _ { P a p p u s } \overline { { C _ { 5 } A _ { 5 } } } G _ { \overline { { ( 2 ) } } }$

Question 178: Palette 178/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2007 MCQ

Which of the following is not a characteristic feature of Fabaceae

A

Descendingly imbricate, ten stamens, diadelphous ovary superior

B

Sepals five, gamosepalous, imbricate aestivation, placentation marginal

C

Monocarpellary, ovary superior, style long, slightly bent at the apex

D

Zygomorphic flowers, diadelphous stamens, many ovules

E

Corolla five petals, polypetalous, anterior one large and outermost

Question 179: Palette 179/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2007 MCQ

Select the wrong statement

A

Persistent calyx is seen in Solanaceae

B

Flowers are hypogynous in Asteraceae

C

Santonin is obtained from Artemisia

D

In poaceae, perianth is represented by membranous scales called lodicules

E

Parietal placentation is characteristic of Brassicaceae

Question 180: Palette 180/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2007 MCQ

Which of the following are floral characters of Malvaceae

A

Pedicellate, bracteate, hermaphrodite, tetramerous, actinomorphic, complete and superior ovary

B

Compound spike, flowers bracteate, bracteolate, incomplete, bi or unisexual and hypogynous

C

Pedicellate, hermaphrodite, zygomorphic, complete and superior ovary

D

Head inflorescence, bracteate, hermaphrodite or unisexual, actinomorphic, or zygomorphic and inferior ovary

E

Jointed pedicel, bracteate, bracteolate, hermaphrodite, pentamerous, actinomorphic, complete and superior ovary

Question 181: Palette 181/481

Errorless KCET 2006 MCQ

Which of the following plant parts can respire even in the absence of oxygen

A

Seeds

B

Roots

C

Stems

D

Leaves

Question 182: Palette 182/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2006 MCQ

Which of the following groups of plants are propagated through underground root

A

Bryophyllum and kalanchoe

B

Ginger, potato, onion and zamikand

C

Pistia, chrysanthemum and pineapple

D

Sweet potato, asparagus, tapioca and dahlia

E

Agave, wild jam and oxalis

Question 183: Palette 183/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2006 MCQ

The leaves are modified into tendrils, hooks, pitcher and bladder in the following plants respectively

A

Sweet pea, Cat's nail, Nepenthes, Utricularia

B

Sweet pea, Cat's nail, Utricularia, Nepenthes

C

Nepenthes, Cat's nail, Sweet pea, Utricularia

D

Nepenthes, Sweet pea, Cat's nail, Utricularia

E

Utricularia, Nepenthes, Cat's nail, Sweet pea

Question 184: Palette 184/481

Errorless AFMC 2006 MCQ

The leaf less stem of onion which is produced to bear flower is called

A

Thalamus

B

Scape

C

Torus

D

Pedicel

Question 185: Palette 185/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2006 MCQ

Find out the correct sequence of labelling of diagram given below
(A)

(B)

(C)

(D)

A

A - spike, B - raceme, C - dichasial cyme, D - monochasial cyme

B

A – raceme, B – spike, C – monochasial cyme, D – dichasial cyme

C

A – dichasial cyme, B – monochasial cyme, C – raceme, D - spike

D

A – spike, B – dichasial cyme, C – monochasial cyme, D- raceme

E

A - raceme, B - dichasial cyme, C - spike, D - monochasial cyme

Question 186: Palette 186/481

Errorless VITEEE 2006 MCQ

Plants having flowers with free petals are placed under

A

Polypetalae

B

Monocotyledons

C

Gamopetalae

D

Monochlamydae

Question 187: Palette 187/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2006; KCET 2009 MCQ

The diagram represents the L. S of monocot seed. Choose the correct combination of labelling

A

(A) Alerone layer (B) Scutellum (C) Coleoptile (D) Coleorhiza

B

(A) Seed coat (B) Scutellum (C) Coleoptile (D) Coleorhiza

C

(A) Epithelium (B) Scutellum (C) Coleoptile (D) Coleorhiza

D

(A) Endosperm (B) Scutellum (C) Coleoptile (D) Coleorhiza

E

(A) Endosperm (B) Scutellum (C) Plumule (D) Radicle

Question 188: Palette 188/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2006 MCQ

Match the items in column I with column II and choose the correct answer

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Apple (B) Coconut (C) Jack fruit (D) Guava (E) Pineapple	(P) Outer portion of receptacle (Q) Fleshy thalamus (R) Thalamus & pericarp (S) Endosperm (T) Bract, perianth & seeds

A

A-Q, B-R, C-S, D-T, E-P

B

A-T, B-R, C-P, D-S, E-Q

C

A-Q, B-R, C-P, D-T, E-S

D

A-Q, B-S, C-T, D-R, E-P

E

A-T, B-S, C-R, D-Q, E-P

Question 189: Palette 189/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2006; DUMET 2009 MCQ

Pineapple (ananas) fruit develops from

A

A cluster of compactly borne flowers on a common axis

B

A multilocular monocarpellary flower

C

A unilocular polycarpellary flower

D

A multipistillate syncarpous flower

Question 190: Palette 190/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2006 MCQ

An enzyme that can stimulate germination of barley seeds is

A

Protease

B

Invertase

C

α-amylase

D

Lipase

Question 191: Palette 191/481

Errorless DPMT 2006 MCQ

Hesperidium of orange is a modification of

A

Berry

B

Drupe

C

Pome

D

Aggregate fruit

Question 192: Palette 192/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2006 MCQ

In a cereal grain the single cotyledon of embryo is represented by [NCERT Pg. No. 67]

A

Prophyll

B

Coleoptile

C

Coleorhiza

D

Scutellum

Question 193: Palette 193/481

Errorless Bihar CECE 2006 MCQ

Aloe used in medicine belong to family

A

Liliaceae

B

Solanaceae

C

Malvaceae

D

Asteraceae

Question 194: Palette 194/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2006 MCQ

What type of placentation of seen in sweet pea

A

Free central

B

Marginal

C

Basal

D

Axile

Question 195: Palette 195/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2006 MCQ

Pentamerous actinomorphic flowers, bicarpellary ovary with oblique septa, and fruit a capsule or berry, are characteristic features of

A

Solanaceae

B

Liliaceae

C

Asteraceae

D

Brassicaceae

Question 196: Palette 196/481

Errorless KCET 2006 MCQ

In the members of family malvaceae, anthers are described as

A

Diadelphous and dithecous

B

Diadelphous and monothecous

C

Monadelphous and dithecous

D

Monadelphous and monothecous

Question 197: Palette 197/481

Errorless Bihar CECE 2006; CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2011 MCQ

The floral formula of solanaceae (Chilli) is

A

$E _ { b r \oplus \underline { { { \widetilde { \cal Q } } } } ^ { \overline { { { \cal K } } } } ( 5 ) } C _ { ( 5 ) } ^ { k } \mathrm { ~ } A _ { 5 } \underline { { { \cal G } } } _ { ( 2 ) }$

B

$E _ { b r \oplus Q } ^ { } \stackrel { _ { \textstyle 6 } } { \underbrace { \strut } } K _ { ( 4 ) } C _ { 2 + 2 } ^ { } \ A _ { 2 + 4 } G _ { ( 2 ) }$

C

$E _ { b r \oplus } \underline { { \hat { Q } } } ^ { \bar { \kappa } } K _ { ( 5 ) } \hat { C } _ { 5 } \mathrm { ~ } \hat { A } _ { \infty } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 5 ) }$

D

$B r \% K _ { ( 5 ) } C _ { ( 5 ) } \ A _ { ( 1 0 ) } G _ { 1 }$

Question 198: Palette 198/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2006 MCQ

Match the item in column I with column Il and choose the correct answer

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Microspermae (B) Epigynae (C) Calycinae (D) Apocarpae (E) Coronineae	(P) Alismaceae (Q) Liliaceae (R) Iridaceae (S) Orchidaceae (T) Palmae

A

A-Q, B-R, C-S, D-T, E-P

B

A-R, B-S, C-T, D-P, E-Q

C

A-S, B-R, C-T, D-P, E-Q

D

A-P, B-Q, C-R, D-S, E-T

E

A-T, B-S, C-R, D-Q, E-P

Question 199: Palette 199/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2006 MCQ

Observe the given floral diagram and choose the suitable floral formula from the followings

A

% $\vec { \mathcal { G } } K _ { 5 } C _ { 5 } A _ { 1 0 } \underline { { G } } _ { 1 }$

B

% $\hat { \mathcal { G } } \ K _ { ( 5 ) } C _ { 5 } A _ { 1 0 } \underline { { G } } _ { 1 }$

C

% $\hat { \mathcal { G } } _ { \mathrm { K } _ { ( 5 ) } C _ { 1 + 2 + ( 2 ) } A _ { ( 9 ) + 1 } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 1 ) } }$

D

% $\int \limits _ { 0 } ^ { \infty } K _ { 5 } C _ { 1 + 2 + ( 2 ) } A _ { ( 9 ) + 1 } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 1 ) }$

E

% $\hat { \mathcal { G } } _ { \mathrm { K } _ { ( 5 ) } C _ { 5 } A _ { ( 9 ) + 1 } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 1 ) } }$

Question 200: Palette 200/481

Errorless J & K 2005; NEET 2018 MCQ

Sweet potato is a modified

A

Stem

B

Adventitious root

C

Tap root

D

Rhizome

Question 201: Palette 201/481

Errorless J & K CET 2005 MCQ

Monocot plants are characterized by the presence of

A

Tap roots

B

Fibrous roots

C

Annulated roots

D

Stilt roots

Question 202: Palette 202/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2005 MCQ

Root which grow from branches of Banyan tree are

A

Breathing roots

B

Climbing roots

C

Hanging roots

D

Prop roots

Question 203: Palette 203/481

Errorless AFMC 2005 MCQ

Rhizome which grows vertically upwards are

A

Corms

B

Stolon

C

Bulbils

D

Root stock

Question 204: Palette 204/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2005; Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

The cloves which are used in food preparation are

A

Seeds

B

Leaves

C

Flower buds

D

Stem tip

E

Terminal bud

Question 205: Palette 205/481

Errorless J & K CET 2005 MCQ

The leaves of Utricularia plant are modified into

A

Hooks

B

Tendrils

C

Bladders

D

Pitchers

Question 206: Palette 206/481

Errorless J & K CET 2005 MCQ

The reticulate venation is commonly found in the leaves of

A

Monocot plants

B

Dicot plants

C

Bryophytes

D

Thallophytes

Question 207: Palette 207/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2005 MCQ

Identify in order, the plants showing alternate, opposite and whorled phyllotaxy ]

A

China rose, Calotropis, Nerium

B

China rose, Nerium, Calotropis

C

Nerium, China rose, Calotropis

D

Nerium, Calotropis, China rose

E

Calotropis, Nerium, China rose

Question 208: Palette 208/481

Errorless Manipal 2005 MCQ

Leaf blade is spinous in case of

A

Nerium

B

Zizipus

C

Argemone

D

Cannabis

Question 209: Palette 209/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2005, 08 MCQ

Match Column-I with Column-II and select the correct option

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Acicular (B) Linear (C) Lanceolate (D) Oblong	(P) Grass (Q) Nerium (R) Banana (S) Pine

A

A-S, B-P, C-Q, D-R

B

A-S, B-P, C-R, D-Q

C

A-S, B-Q, C-R, D-P

D

A-S, B-R, C-Q, D-P

Question 210: Palette 210/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2005; Odisha JEE 2010 MCQ

In cyathium inflorescence

A

Single male flower is surrounded by female flowers

B

Male and female flowers are borne in different plants

C

There is of one male and one female flowers

D

Single female flower surrounded by many peripheral male flowers

Question 211: Palette 211/481

Errorless J & K CET 2005 MCQ

The capitulum type of inflorescence is found in

A

Marigold

B

Salvia

C

Euphorbia

D

Jasmine

Question 212: Palette 212/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2005 MCQ

When margin of thalamus grows upward enclosing ovary completely and getting fused with it and the other parts of flower arise above the ovary, the flower is said to be Or If position of ovary is below sepals, petals and stamens, the flower is called

A

Hypogynous

B

Perigynous

C

Epigynous

D

Inferior

Question 213: Palette 213/481

Errorless BCECE 2005; KCET 2007; CBSE PMT 2014 MCQ

Placenta and pericarp are both edible portions in

A

Tomato

B

Potato

C

Apple

D

Banana

Question 214: Palette 214/481

Errorless AFMC 2005 MCQ

Maize grain is

A

Seed

B

Embryo

C

Ovule

D

Fruit

Question 215: Palette 215/481

Errorless CPMT 2005 MCQ

Essential requirement for seed germination

A

$H _ { 2 } O$ and $O _ { 2 }$

B

$O _ { 2 }$ and light

C

H2O and high temperature $H _ { 2 } O$

D

Scarification and vernalisation

Question 216: Palette 216/481

Errorless J & K CET 2005; KCET 2012 MCQ

The fruit developed from the single ovary is said to be

A

Composite type

B

Simple type

C

Aggregate type

D

None of these

Question 217: Palette 217/481

Errorless J & K CET 2005; KCET 2009 MCQ

The fleshy fruits with hard and stony endocarp are called

A

Drupe

B

Berry

C

Pepo

D

Pome

Question 218: Palette 218/481

Errorless BHU 2005 MCQ

The edible dry fruit 'chilgoza' is

A

Fruit of Cycas

B

Fruit of Pinus gerardiana

C

Seed of Cycas

D

Seed of Pinus gerardiana

Question 219: Palette 219/481

Errorless BHU 2005 MCQ

Edible part in 'sorosis' a composite fruit is

A

Cotyledons

B

Endosperm

C

Perianth and peduncle

D

Fleshv thalamus

Question 220: Palette 220/481

Errorless Manipal 2005 MCQ

The given figure represents anacardium (cashewnut). Which is the correct statement

A

The upper part is a false fruit

B

The upper part is a true fruit

C

The lower part is a seed

D

There is no fruit at all

Question 221: Palette 221/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2005; AMU (Med.) 2006; J & K CET 2012 MCQ

Edible part of Apple is U

A

Mesocarp

B

Calyx

C

Thalamus

D

Pericarp

Question 222: Palette 222/481

Errorless Manipal 2005 MCQ

The hardest part of drupe is

A

Mesocarp

B

Endocarp

C

Pericarp

D

Epicarp

Question 223: Palette 223/481

Errorless Manipal 2005 MCQ

Which of the following represents the condition seen in the family compositae

A

Superior ovary, syngenesious, single basal ovule

B

Inferior ovary, monoadelphous, basal placentation

C

Inferior ovary, syngenesious, axile, placentation

D

Syngenesious, Basal Placentation and on epigynous

Question 224: Palette 224/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2005 MCQ

Which of the following is phylogenetically most advanced of the dicotyledonous families

A

Acanthaceae

B

Scrophulariaceae

C

Compositae

D

Umbelliferae

Question 225: Palette 225/481

Errorless BHU 2005 MCQ

Botanical name of 'chana' is

A

Cicer arietinum

B

Phaseolus aureus

C

Lablab purpureus

D

Dolichos

Question 226: Palette 226/481

Errorless BHU 2005; CPMT 2009 MCQ

Lady finger belongs to family

A

Malvaceae

B

Cucurbitaceae

C

Liliaceae

D

Brassicaeae

Question 227: Palette 227/481

Errorless AFMC 2005 MCQ

Which of the following member of family Solanaceae is rich in source of vitamin C

A

Guava

B

Tomato

C

Goosberry

D

Strawberry

Question 228: Palette 228/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2005 MCQ

Which of the following are not characteristic features of fabaceae

A

Tap root system, compound leaves and receme inflorescence

B

Flowers actinomorphic, twisted aestivation and gamopetalous

C

Stamens 10, introrse, basifixed, dithecous

D

Monocarpellary, ovary superior and bent stigma

E

Fruit is legume

Question 229: Palette 229/481

Errorless BHU 2005; Kerala PMT 2008 MCQ

Which of the following represents the floral characters of Liliaceae

A

Six tepals, zygomorphic, six stamens, bilocular ovary, axile placentation

B

Tetramerous, actinomorphic, polyphyllous, unilocular ovary, axile placentation

C

Trimerous, actinomorphic, polyandrous, Superior ovary, axile placentation

D

Bisexual, zygomorphic, gamophyllous, inferior ovary, marginal placentation

E

Unisexual, actinomorphic, trilocular, inferior ovary, axile placentation

Question 230: Palette 230/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2005 MCQ

Family Gramineae is closely related to

A

Cannaceae

B

Cyperaceae

C

Arecaceae

D

Apicaceae

Question 231: Palette 231/481

Errorless AIIMS 2005 MCQ

The family containing mustard, and its main characters are

A

Brassicaceae-Tetramerous flowers, six stamens, bicarpellary gynoecium, siliqua type fruit

B

Brassicaceae-Pentamerous flowers, many stamens, pentacarpellary gynoecium, capsule type fruit

C

Solanaceae-Pentamerous flowers, five stamens, bicarpellary gynoecium, berry type fruit

D

Poaceae-Trimerous flowers, three stamens, monocarpellary gynoecium, caryopsis type of fruit

Question 232: Palette 232/481

Errorless CPMT 2005 MCQ

Fruit in members of solanaceae is

A

Drupe

B

Capsule or berry

C

Siliqua

D

Pod or achene

Question 233: Palette 233/481

Errorless RPMT 2005, 06 MCQ

Legume plants are important for atmosphere because they

A

Help in $N O _ { 2 }$ fixation

B

Do not help in $N O _ { 2 }$ fixation

C

Increase soil fertility

D

All of these

Question 234: Palette 234/481

Errorless AIIMS 2004 MCQ

Potato and sweet potato

A

Have edible parts which are homologous organs

B

Have edible parts which are analogous organs

C

Have been introduced in India from the same place

D

Are two species of the same genus

Question 235: Palette 235/481

Errorless MHCET 2004 MCQ

Multicellular hairs are found on

A

Root

B

Stem

C

Both

D

None of the above

Question 236: Palette 236/481

Errorless MHCET 2004 MCQ

Leaf of which of the following plant shows circinate venation at young stage

A

Fern

B

Mango

C

Hydrilla

D

Funaria

Question 237: Palette 237/481

Errorless Pb. PMT 2004; Kerala PMT 2009; AIPMT (Cancelled) 2015 MCQ

In Opuntia the spines are modification of

A

Leaf

B

Branch

C

Epidermis

D

Flower

Question 238: Palette 238/481

Errorless MHCET 2004 MCQ

In China rose, the inflorescence is

A

Cymose

B

Capitulum

C

Racemose

D

Solitary cyme

Question 239: Palette 239/481

Errorless CPMT 2004; AFMC 2005 MCQ

The edible part of cauliflower is

A

Mesocarp

B

Cotyledons

C

Endosperms

D

Inflorescence

Question 240: Palette 240/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2004 MCQ

Flower in which only one set of essential organ is present are said to be

A

Bisexual

B

Monoecious

C

Dioecious

D

Polygamous

E

Unisexual

Question 241: Palette 241/481

Errorless MP PMT 2004 MCQ

Part of pistil which receives pollen is

A

Ovary

B

Style

C

Stigma

D

Ovule

Question 242: Palette 242/481

Errorless DPMT 2004; CPMT 2009 MCQ

Smallest flower belongs to

A

Rosa indica

B

Wolffia microscopica

C

Ranunculus scleratus

D

Colocasia antiquorum

Question 243: Palette 243/481

Errorless AIEEE Pharmacy 2004; AFMC 2012 MCQ

The term Anthesis is used for

A

Cluster of anthers

B

Opening of flowers

C

Dehiscence of anthers

D

Falling of flowers

Question 244: Palette 244/481

Errorless KCET 2004 MCQ

The example for trimerous, unisexual flower is

A

Cocos nucifera

B

Hibiscus

C

Tamarind

D

Pea

Question 245: Palette 245/481

Errorless MHCET 2004, 05 MCQ

Arrangement of sepals and petals in the bud condition is called [NCERT Pg. No. 63]

A

Ptyxis

B

Placentation

C

Aestivation

D

Phyllolaxy

Question 246: Palette 246/481

Errorless MHCET 2004; J & K CET 2008 MCQ

In caryopsis type of fruit

A

Seed is absent

B

Three layers of pericarp are distinct

C

Seed coat and pericarp are fused

D

Autochory occurs

Question 247: Palette 247/481

Errorless BHU 2004; AFMC 2009 MCQ

Which of the following is a wheat fruit

A

Achene

B

Cypsella

C

Caryopsis

D

Endosperm

Question 248: Palette 248/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2004 MCQ

A fleshy-fruit with leathery exocarp is called

A

Drupe

B

Berry

C

Pome

D

Hesperidium

Question 249: Palette 249/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2004; BHU 2008 MCQ

...... type of fruit is present in rice

A

Cypsela

B

Capsule

C

Caryopsis

D

Cremocarp

Question 250: Palette 250/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2004 MCQ

One of the following is a dry indehiscent fruit

A

Caryopsis

B

Pod

C

Follicle

D

Lomentum

E

Capsule

Question 251: Palette 251/481

Errorless Pb. PMT 2004 MCQ

Lomentum is a kind of

A

Inflorescence

B

Plant

C

Fruit

D

Insect

Question 252: Palette 252/481

Errorless BVP 2004; AFMC 2004 MCQ

To remove seed dormancy by mechanically removing the seed coat, is called

A

Stratification

B

Scarification

C

Vernalization

D

Photoperiodism

Question 253: Palette 253/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2004 MCQ

Inflorescence of family compositae is

A

Perianth

B

Iodicule

C

Capitulum

D

Hypanthodium

Question 254: Palette 254/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2004 MCQ

Beet root (Beta vulgaris) belongs to family

A

Apocynaceae

B

Cruciferae

C

Chenopodiaceae

D

Asclepiadaceae

Question 255: Palette 255/481

Errorless BHU 2004 MCQ

Monoadelphous condition of stamens is found in

A

Malvaceae

B

Cyperaceae

C

Cruciferae

D

Solanaceae

Question 256: Palette 256/481

Errorless NCERT; CPMT 2004; AFMC 2004 MCQ

Tetradynamous condition is found in

A

Hibiscus rosa-sinesis

B

Petunia hybrida

C

Helianthus annuus

D

Brassica campestris

Question 257: Palette 257/481

Errorless CPMT 2004; Kerala PMT 2012 MCQ

The distinct features of fabaceae are

A

Zygomorphic, diadelphous and monocarpellary

B

Actinomorphic, monadelphous and monocarpellary

C

Zygomorphic, monadelphous and pentacarpellary

D

Zygomorphic, polyadelphous and tricarpellary

E

Zygomorphic, diadelphous and bicarpellary

Question 258: Palette 258/481

Errorless AFMC 2004 MCQ

Fruit of custard apple is

A

Etaerio of berries

B

Etaerio of follicles

C

Etaerios of achenes

D

Ethaerio of drups

Question 259: Palette 259/481

Errorless MP PMT 2004 MCQ

Bisexual flowers which never open, demonstrate

A

Cleistogamy

B

Allogamy

C

Autogamy

D

None of these

Question 260: Palette 260/481

Errorless AIIMS 2004 MCQ

Assertion: Coconut tree is distributed in coastal areas over a large part of the world. Reason: Coconut fruit can float and get dispersed over thousands of kilometers before losing viability.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

Question 261: Palette 261/481

Errorless AIIMS 2004 MCQ

Assertion:Ginger has a prostrate-growing rhizome. Reason:Shoot growth is not effected by gravity.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

Question 262: Palette 262/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2004 MCQ

A plant which lives for a few days is called

A

Annual

B

Perennial

C

Biennial

D

Ephemeral

Question 263: Palette 263/481

Errorless MHCET 2004 MCQ

Perianth in the spikelet of jawar is represented by

A

Lodicules

B

Sepals and petals

C

Glumes

D

Lemma and palea

Question 264: Palette 264/481

Errorless MHCET 2004 MCQ

Heterostyly is show by

A

Primula

B

Mirabilis

C

Helianthus

D

China rose

Question 265: Palette 265/481

Errorless MHCET 2004 MCQ

Which is odd one

A

China rose

B

Maize

C

Mango

D

Sunflower

Question 266: Palette 266/481

Errorless BHU 2004 MCQ

What name has been assigned to the genus produced by a cross between cabbage and radish

A

Secale

B

Bursa pastoris

C

Lysogenicophyll

D

Raphano brassica

Question 267: Palette 267/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2004 MCQ

The condition where filaments and anthers are fused throughout the entire length is

A

Synandrous

B

Gynadrous

C

Protandrous

D

Syngenesius

Question 268: Palette 268/481

Errorless AIEEE Pharmacy 2004 MCQ

In a seed of maize, scutellum is considered as cotyledon because it

A

Protects the embryo

B

Contains food for the embryo

C

Absorbs food materials and supplies them to the embryo

D

Converts itself into a monocot leaf

Question 269: Palette 269/481

Errorless DPMT 2004 MCQ

Ginger multiplies vegetatively by

A

Tuber

B

Corn

C

Sucker

D

Rhizome

Question 270: Palette 270/481

Errorless KCET 2003; Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

Green leaf-like one internode long stem branches are called

A

Phylloclades

B

Phyllodes

C

Bulbils

D

Cladodes

Question 271: Palette 271/481

Errorless AFMC 2003; CBSE PMT 2005 MCQ

Leaves are situated on

A

Nodes

B

Internodes

C

Tip

D

None of these

Question 272: Palette 272/481

Errorless Chd. CET 2003; CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2012 MCQ

Phyllode is found in

A

Clematis

B

Gloriosa

C

Australian Acacia

D

Dischidia

Question 273: Palette 273/481

Errorless MHCET 2003 MCQ

In some plants the style is shorter. But in some others, it is longer than the stamens. This condition is called

A

Homogamy

B

Homostyly

C

Heterostyly

D

None of these

Question 274: Palette 274/481

Errorless MHCET 2003; Odisha JEE 2011; CBSE PMT 2014 MCQ

Aggregate fruit develops from

A

Multicarpellary, apocarpous ovary

B

Multicarpellary ovary

C

Multicarpellary, syncarpous ovary

D

Monocarpellary ovary

Question 275: Palette 275/481

Errorless KCET 2003 MCQ

Which of the following is correct with reference to flowers of family solanaceae

A

Pentamerous, actinomorphic, unisexual, hypogynous

B

Pentamerous, zygomorphic, bisexual, epigynous

C

Pentamerous, bisexual, actinomorphic, hypogynous

D

Trimerous, actinomorphic, bisexual, hypogynous

Question 276: Palette 276/481

Errorless CPMT 2002; RPMT 2005 MCQ

A root is adventitious when it is

A

Swollen

B

Growing in marshy places

C

Formed from plumule

D

Modified for storage

Question 277: Palette 277/481

Errorless APMEE 2002 MCQ

Thorns with leaves and flowers are found in

A

Bougainvillea

B

Carissa

C

Duranta

D

Artabotrys

Question 278: Palette 278/481

Errorless APMEE 2002 MCQ

Ochreate stipules occur in leafy vegetable

A

Amaranthus

B

Mentha

C

Platanus

D

Rumex

Question 279: Palette 279/481

Errorless APMEE 2002 MCQ

Spiral phyllotaxy in which sixth leaf lies above the first one after completing two circles is

A

Distichous

B

Tristichous

C

Pentastichous

D

Octastichous

Question 280: Palette 280/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2002 MCQ

Match the column-I WITH COLUMN-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Acicular (B) Linear (C) Lanceolate (D) Oblong	(P) Grass (Q) Nerium (R) Banana (S) Pine Options

A

A-S, B-P, C-Q, D-R

B

A-S, B-P, C-R, D-Q

C

A-S, B-Q, C-R, D-P

D

A-S, B-R, C-Q, D-P

Question 281: Palette 281/481

Errorless BVP 2002 MCQ

Hypanthodium is a specialized type of

A

Thalamus

B

Ovary

C

Fruit

D

Inflorescence

Question 282: Palette 282/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 2002; J & K CET 2010 MCQ

Inflorescence in Musa paradisiaca (banana) is a

A

Raceme

B

Catkin

C

Spadix

D

Verticellaster

Question 283: Palette 283/481

Errorless Manipal 2002 MCQ

A beautiful whorl which encloses whole of the inflorescence is

A

Bract

B

Spadix

C

Spathe

D

Involucre

Question 284: Palette 284/481

Errorless MHCET 2002, 06 MCQ

Which of the following flowers show heterostyle

A

Mirabills

B

Hibiscus

C

Primrose

D

Pisum

Question 285: Palette 285/481

Errorless MHCET 2002, 04 MCQ

Corolla in China rose are

A

5, gamopetalous, twisted

B

5, gamopetalous valvate

C

5, polypetalous valvate

D

5, polypetalous contorted

Question 286: Palette 286/481

Errorless RPMT 2002 MCQ

After fertilization, the seed coats of seed develop from

A

Integuments

B

Embryo sac

C

Chalaza

D

Ovule

Question 287: Palette 287/481

Errorless BVP 2002; CBSE PMT 2004; AFMC 2010 MCQ

Edible part of mango is

A

Epicarp

B

Mesocarp

C

Endocarp

D

Receptacle

Question 288: Palette 288/481

Errorless MHCET 2002 MCQ

All structures within the seed coat are called

A

Endosperm

B

Cotyledon

C

Embryo

D

Kernel

Question 289: Palette 289/481

Errorless JIPMER 2002 MCQ

Flower of Fabaceae is

A

Complete, zygomorphic, pentamerous

B

Complete, actinomorphic, trimerous

C

Incomplete, zygomorphic, trimerous

D

Incomplete, actinomorphic, pentamerous

Question 290: Palette 290/481

Errorless APMEE 2002 MCQ

In fabaceae, one of the following immediately encloses the essential organs

A

Anterior petals

B

Posterior petal

C

Lateral petals

D

Sepals

Question 291: Palette 291/481

Errorless KCET 2002 MCQ

Choose the correct description depicted by floral diagram

A

United valvate sepals, free twisted petals, free stamens, unilocular ovary with marginal placenta

B

United valvate sepale, free imbricate petals, free stamens, unilocular ovary with axile placenta

C

United valvate sepals, free imbricate petals, epipetalous stamens, unilocular ovary with marginal placenta

D

United valvate sepals, free imbricate petals, free stamens, unilocular ovary with marginal placentation

Question 292: Palette 292/481

Errorless BVP 2001; AMU (Med.) 2009 MCQ

In which the pneumatophores are found

A

Tinospora

B

Pinus

C

Rhizophora

D

None of these

Question 293: Palette 293/481

Errorless CPMT 2001; Odisha JEE 2005 MCQ

Outer covering of epiphytic root is

A

Osmophore

B

Rhizophore

C

Velamen

D

Pneumatophore

Question 294: Palette 294/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 2001 MCQ

Pneumatophores are characteristics of family

A

Loranthaceae

B

Hydrocharitaceae

C

Rhizophoraceae

D

Orchidaceae

Question 295: Palette 295/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2001 MCQ

Food is stored in one of the following

A

Respiratory root

B

Fibrous root

C

Fasciculated root

D

Nodulated root

Question 296: Palette 296/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2001; CBSE PMT (Pre.) 2011 MCQ

Eye of potato is Or Potato is (underground) stem because it possesses [Odisha JEE 1995]

A

Apical bud

B

Axillary bud

C

Accessory bud

D

Adventitious bud

Question 297: Palette 297/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2001 MCQ

Which of the following is not related to corm

A

Tunic

B

Lateral buds

C

Nodes

D

Scale leaves

Question 298: Palette 298/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2001; Tamil Nadu 2001; Chd. CET 2003 MCQ

In Nepenthes the pitcher is modified

A

Whole leaf

B

Leaf apex

C

Lamina

D

Petiole

Question 299: Palette 299/481

Errorless Wardha 2001; Tamil Nadu 2001 MCQ

Name the plant having reticulate venation

A

Musa

B

Mangifera

C

Oryza

D

Canna

Question 300: Palette 300/481

Errorless Manipal 2001; BHU 2002 MCQ

Four sepals arranged in two whorls is characteristic of family

A

Solanaceae

B

Fabaceae

C

Brassicaceae

D

Liliaceae

Question 301: Palette 301/481

Errorless Tamil Nadu 2001 MCQ

Bicarpellary, syncarpous, unilocular ovary with basal placentation occurs in

A

Liliaceae

B

Solanaceae

C

Asteraceae

D

Fabaceae

Question 302: Palette 302/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2000 MCQ

Pneumatophores occur in plants of

A

Sandy soil

B

Saline marshy soil

C

Marshy soil

D

Water

Question 303: Palette 303/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2000; BHU 2012 MCQ

Assimilatory (Photosynthetic) roots a characteristic of

A

Trapa and Tinospora

B

Taeniophyllum and Podostemon

C

Both correct

D

None of these

Question 304: Palette 304/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 2000 MCQ

Stem tendrils occur in

A

Smilax

B

Gloriosa

C

Vitis

D

Lathyrus

Question 305: Palette 305/481

Errorless JIPMER 2000; RPMT 2002 MCQ

In sweet pea, the tendrils are modified

A

Stem branches

B

Leaflets

C

Leaves

D

Stipules

Question 306: Palette 306/481

Errorless Kerala CET 2000; Tamil Nadu 2001 MCQ

Bombax leaf is

A

Tripinnate

B

Unipinnate

C

Multifoliate

D

Quadrifoliate

E

Trifoliate

Question 307: Palette 307/481

Errorless BVP 2000; Tamil Nadu 2001; Odisha JEE 2005 MCQ

Parallel venation occurs in

A

Monocots

B

Dicots

C

All angiosperms

D

Ferns

Question 308: Palette 308/481

Errorless Pb. PMT 2000 MCQ

The flowers in the raceme/racemose are arranged

A

Acropetally

B

Basipetally

C

Centripetally

D

Centrifugally

Question 309: Palette 309/481

Errorless JIPMER 2000; BHU 2000; CPMT 2004 MCQ

Characteristic inflorescence of family compositae sunflower is

A

Capitulum

B

Cymose head

C

Catkin

D

Spadix

Question 310: Palette 310/481

Errorless Pb. PMT 2000 MCQ

The whorl of bracts present below the inflorescence of Helianthus (sunflower) is

A

Involucre

B

Involucel

C

Stipule

D

Bract

Question 311: Palette 311/481

Errorless Manipal 2000; BHU 2002; Pb. PMT 2004; RPMT 2006 MCQ

The special type of inflorescence found in Ficus where the female flower are at bottom and male flower near ostiole and enclosed within a cup shaped fleshy thalamus (receptacle) with ostiole is called

A

Cyathium

B

Verticillaster

C

Spadix

D

Hypanthodium

Question 312: Palette 312/481

Errorless JIPMER 2000 MCQ

Ligulate/strap-shaped corolla occurs in sunflower in

A

Disc florets

B

Immature florets

C

Ray florets

D

Both ray and disc florets

Question 313: Palette 313/481

Errorless AIIMS 2000 MCQ

Butterfly shaped flower with one stranded, two wing-like and two keeled petal belong to

A

Compositae

B

Rubiaceae

C

Malvaceae

D

Papilionaceae

Question 314: Palette 314/481

Errorless JKCMEE 2000 MCQ

Parachute like pappus is found in

A

Liliaceae/Cotton

B

Gramineae/Paddy

C

Compositae/Marigold

D

Solanaceae/Calotropis

Question 315: Palette 315/481

Errorless JKCMEE 2000 MCQ

In many cultivated ornamental flowers, number of petal whorls is higher than the one in wild type. Extra petals are generally modified

A

Sepals

B

Petals

C

Stamens

D

Pistils

Question 316: Palette 316/481

Errorless MHCET 2000 MCQ

The ground nut seeds are

A

Geocarpic

B

Photocarpic

C

Amphicarpic

D

Hydrocarpic

Question 317: Palette 317/481

Errorless MHCET 2000 MCQ

The fruit in Datura is

A

Loculicidal capsule

B

Septifragal capsule

C

Septicidal capsule

D

Porous capsule

Question 318: Palette 318/481

Errorless Kerala PMT 2000 MCQ

Which of the following correctly represents the type of fruits given

A

1. Berry ; 2. Caryopsis ; 3. Drupe ; 4. Sorosis ; 5. Aggregate

B

2. Berry ; 3. Caryopsis ; 4. Drupe ; 1. Sorosis ; 5. Aggregate

C

2. Berry ; 3. Caryopsis ; 4. Drupe ; 5. Legume ; 1. Aggregate

D

1. Beccate ; 3. Caryopsis ; 4. Drupe ; 1. Sorosis ; 5. Composite

E

2. Berry ; 3. Caryopsis ; 4. Drupe ; 1. Sorosis ; 5. Legume

Question 319: Palette 319/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 2000 MCQ

Hair present on the cob of corn are Or Long filamentous threads protruding at the end of a young cob of maize are [CBSE PMT 2006]

A

Seed hairs

B

Modified hairs of bracts

C

Styles

D

Stigmas and styles

Question 320: Palette 320/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1999 MCQ

Clinging and epiphytic roots are found in

A

Orchid

B

Tinospora / Trapa

C

Rhizophora / Pandanus

D

Pothos / Podostemon

Question 321: Palette 321/481

Errorless JKCMEE 1999 MCQ

A leaf is identified from

A

Flat green lamina

B

Presence of leaf blade and petiole

C

Presence of axillary bud

D

Occurrence of chlorophyll

Question 322: Palette 322/481

Errorless DPMT 1999 MCQ

Tendrillar stipules occur in

A

Dolichos lablab

B

Acacia

C

Smilax

D

Mango

Question 323: Palette 323/481

Errorless AIIMS 1999; NEET 2013 MCQ

In china rose the flowers are

A

Zygomorphic, epigynous with twisted aestivation

B

Actinomorphic, hypogynous with twisted aestivation

C

Actinomorphic, epigynous with valvate aestivation

D

Zygomorphic, hypogynous with imbricate aestivation

Question 324: Palette 324/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1999, 2005, 06; Wardha 2005; AFMC 2009 MCQ

In which of following fruits is the edible part the aril

A

Orange

B

Litchi

C

Custard apple

D

Pomegranate

Question 325: Palette 325/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 1999; J & K CET 2008 MCQ

Cladodes are common among

A

Liliaceae/Asparagus and Ruscus

B

Opuntia and Casurina

C

Cactus

D

Euphorbia

Question 326: Palette 326/481

Errorless BHU 1999; JIPMER 2000 MCQ

An apocarpous flower is found in

A

Caesalpinnia

B

Ranunculus

C

Brassica

D

Datura

Question 327: Palette 327/481

Errorless BVP Pune 1998; Odisha JEE 2012 MCQ

The unit of inflorescence in grasses / gramineae (poaceae) is

A

Thyrsis

B

Spike

C

Spikelet

D

Raceme

Question 328: Palette 328/481

Errorless KCET 1998, 2000 MCQ

Cyathium is found in genus

A

Croton

B

Ficus

C

Euphorbia

D

Ricinus

Question 329: Palette 329/481

Errorless AFMC 1998 MCQ

Inflorescence is edible in Brassica oleracea

A

Var. botrytis

B

Var. capitate

C

Var. gongyloides

D

Var. gemifera

Question 330: Palette 330/481

Errorless CPMT 1998 MCQ

Which statement is wrong for compositae

A

5-lobed stamens

B

Syngenesious stamens

C

Basal ovule

D

Ligulate ray florets

Question 331: Palette 331/481

Errorless Chd. CET 1997; HPMT 2005 MCQ

Roots developing from plant parts other than radical are

A

Epiphyllous

B

Epicaulous

C

Adventitious

D

Fibrous

Question 332: Palette 332/481

Errorless BHU 1997; JIPMER 1997 MCQ

Floral bud tendril is found in

A

Antigonon

B

Smilax

C

Rose

D

Bryophyllum

Question 333: Palette 333/481

Errorless Pb. PMT 1997 MCQ

Which is not a rhizome

A

Colocasia

B

Lotus

C

Ginger

D

Turmeric

Question 334: Palette 334/481

Errorless Chd. CET 1997 MCQ

Presence of sheathing leaf base and ligule are characteristic of

A

Cycas leaf

B

Fern leaf

C

Banana leaf

D

Grass leaf

Question 335: Palette 335/481

Errorless AIIMS 1997 MCQ

In Lathyrus aphaca, the leaves are modified into

A

Spine

B

Tendril

C

Scale

D

Stem-like structure

Question 336: Palette 336/481

Errorless DPMT 1997 MCQ

The arrangement and folding of each lamina without any relationship with other leaves in bud, is called

A

Ptyxis

B

Vernation

C

Aestivation

D

Phyllotaxy

Question 337: Palette 337/481

Errorless Pb. PMT 1997 MCQ

Arrangement of floral leaves in a floral bud is called

A

Vernation

B

Prefoliation

C

Aestivation

D

Ptyxis

Question 338: Palette 338/481

Errorless Chd. CET 1997; BHU 2005 MCQ

Pappus is modification of

A

Bracts

B

Bracteoles

C

Corolla

D

Calyx

Question 339: Palette 339/481

Errorless AIIMS 1997; Chd. CET 1997 MCQ

Two minute scales or lodicules occur in

A

Citrus medica

B

Triticum aestivum

C

Helianthus annus

D

Gossypium herbaceum

Question 340: Palette 340/481

Errorless JIPMER 1997 MCQ

Pepo fruit is found in

A

Cruciferae

B

Cucurbitaceae

C

Liliaceae

D

Solanaceae

Question 341: Palette 341/481

Errorless BHU 1997 MCQ

Rutaceae differs from Malvaceae in having

A

Simple leaves

B

Polypetalous corolla

C

Syncarpous, superior ovary

D

Obdiplostemonous stamens

Question 342: Palette 342/481

Errorless Chd. CET 1997 MCQ

Marginal placentation is found in

A

Solanaceae

B

Cruciferae

C

Fabaceae/Leguminosae

D

Asteraceae/Compositae

Question 343: Palette 343/481

Errorless AMU (Med.) 1997; Odisha JEE 2009 MCQ

Gynostegium (Fusion of anthers with stigma) and pollinia are present in family

A

Apocynaceae

B

Asclepiadaceae

C

Convolvulaceae

D

Solanaceae/Cucurbitaceae

Question 344: Palette 344/481

Errorless CPMT 1997; AIIMS 2001; Kerala PMT 2012; NEET 2021 MCQ

Match Column-I with Column-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Floral formula (B) Floral formula (C) Floral formula (D) Floral formula	(P) Brassicaceae (Q) Liliaceae (R) Fabaceae (S) Solanaceae

A

A-P, B-Q, C-R, D-S

B

A-Q, B-R, C-S, D-P

C

A-S, B-Q, C-P, D-R

D

A-R, B-S, C-Q, D-P

Question 345: Palette 345/481

Errorless RPMT 1997 MCQ

The floral formula for Malvaceae is

A

⊕ $\vec { { } _ { + } } \ \mathsf { E p i } _ { ( 3 - 7 ) } \mathsf { K } _ { ( 5 ) } \mathsf { C } _ { ( 5 ) } \mathsf { A } _ { ( \infty ) } \ G _ { ( 5 ) }$

B

⊕ $\vec { { } _ { + } } \varepsilon { \tt p i } _ { ( 3 - 7 ) } \mathsf { K } _ { ( 5 ) } \widehat { \mathsf { C } _ { 5 } \mathsf { A } _ { 5 } } \mathsf { G } _ { ( 5 ) }$

C

⊕ $\vec { \mathrm { \Sigma } } ^ { \mathrm { { r } } } \mathsf { E } \mathsf { p i } _ { ( 3 \cdot 7 ) } \mathsf { K } _ { ( 5 ) } \widehat { \mathsf { C } } _ { 5 } \mathsf { A } _ { ( \infty ) } \mathsf { G } _ { ( 5 ) }$

D

⊕ $\underline { { \widehat { \bigcirc } } } \mathrm { E p i } _ { ( 3 - 7 ) } \mathrm { K } _ { ( 5 ) } \bigcirc _ { ( 5 ) } \hat { \mathrm { A } } _ { ( \infty ) } G _ { ( 3 - \infty ) }$

Question 346: Palette 346/481

Errorless KCET 1997; BVP 2002 MCQ

Which of the following is not a flower

A

Rose

B

Lotus

C

Sunflower

D

Passion flower

Question 347: Palette 347/481

Errorless BHU 1996 MCQ

Fusiform roots are found in

A

Solanum tuberosum

B

Calocasia

C

Daucus carota

D

Raphanus sativus

Question 348: Palette 348/481

Errorless BHU 1996; AIIMS 2001 MCQ

Epiphytes like Vanda develop special layer of absorptive tissue velamen consisting of 4 or 5 layers of long polygonal cells. Velamen is formed by

A

Absorbing roots

B

Stem

C

Clinging roots

D

Hanging roots

Question 349: Palette 349/481

Errorless APMEE 1996; CBSE PMT 1999 MCQ

Climbing roots occur in

A

Vanilla

B

Piper betle

C

Both a and b

D

Taeniophyllum

Question 350: Palette 350/481

Errorless BHU 1996; DPMT 1999; JIPMER 1999; Pb. PMT 1999; Kerala PMT 2006 MCQ

Haustoria or sucking roots occur in

A

Betel

B

Orchids

C

Cuscuta

D

Tinospora

Question 351: Palette 351/481

Errorless AFMC 1996; JIPMER 1998; JKCMEE 2002; MP PMT 2013; NEET (Phase-I) 2016 MCQ

Stem modified for photosynthetic function by appearing like leaves are known as Or Leaves are changed into spines in xerophytic structures called [CPMT 1996; Kerala PMT 2004]

A

Phyllode

B

Phylloclade

C

Cladode

D

Tendril

Question 352: Palette 352/481

Errorless AFMC 1996; J & K CET 2010 MCQ

In Opuntia, the function of photosynthesis is carried out by

A

Cladode

B

Phylloclade

C

Phyllode

D

Bulb

Question 353: Palette 353/481

Errorless APMEE 1996; JKCMEE 2000; AIIMS 2013 MCQ

An underground specialised shoot with reduced disc like stem covered by fleshy leaves is

A

Bulb

B

Bulbil

C

Rhizome

D

Rhizophore

Question 354: Palette 354/481

Errorless BHU 1996 MCQ

Approximate diameter of Victoria leaf is

A

1 m

B

1.3 m

C

2 m

D

3 m

Question 355: Palette 355/481

Errorless AIIMS 1996; APMEE 1999; Kerala CET 2002 MCQ

Phyllotaxis is

A

Mode of leaf arrangement on stem

B

Types of roots

C

Arrangement of sepals and petals in a flower

D

Type of ovary

Question 356: Palette 356/481

Errorless AFMC 1996; Odisha JEE 2000, 10 MCQ

Petiole is modified into tendril in

A

Passiflora

B

Gloriosa

C

Pisum

D

Clematis

Question 357: Palette 357/481

Errorless JIPMER 1996 MCQ

Amentum (Catkin) inflorescence is found

A

Mulberry (Morus)

B

Poplulus (Poplar)

C

Acalypha (Cats tail)

D

All of these

Question 358: Palette 358/481

Errorless AFMC 1996, 2002; AMU (Med.) 1999 MCQ

Inflorescence with unisexual sessile flower is

A

Spike

B

Spikelet

C

Catkin

D

Spadix

Question 359: Palette 359/481

Errorless DPMT 1996 MCQ

Most accurate function in the following statements about inflorescence is

A

Dispersal of seeds

B

Formation of more fruit

C

Formation of pollen grains

D

Dispersal of pollens

Question 360: Palette 360/481

Errorless AFMC 1996, 99; BHU 2008 MCQ

Beauty of Bougainvillea flower is due to

A

Corolla

B

Calyx

C

Bracts

D

Androecium

Question 361: Palette 361/481

Errorless BHU 1996 MCQ

Versatile anther is attached to filament

A

At top firmly

B

At base firmly

C

Throughout length

D

About middle of connective allowing free movement

Question 362: Palette 362/481

Errorless CPMT 1996; BHU 2005; Odisha JEE 2005 MCQ

Largest flower is that of

A

Sunflower

B

Rafflesia

C

Nelumbo

D

Drosera

Question 363: Palette 363/481

Errorless AIIMS 1996 MCQ

Which of the following is regarded as equivalent to perianth

A

Glume

B

Lodicule

C

Superior palea

D

Inferior palea

Question 364: Palette 364/481

Errorless CPMT 1996 MCQ

In non-endospermic seeds, food is stored in

A

Seed coat

B

Endosperm

C

Cotyledons

D

Ovule

Question 365: Palette 365/481

Errorless RPMT 1996; AFMC 1994; AMU (Med.) 1997 MCQ

The androecium of Malvaceae is

A

Didynamous

B

Tetradynamous

C

Diadelphous

D

Monadelphous

Question 366: Palette 366/481

Errorless APMEE 1996 MCQ

Family Fabaceae belongs to series

A

Inferae

B

Thalamiflorae

C

Calyciflorae

D

Disciflorae

Question 367: Palette 367/481

Errorless AFMC 1996 MCQ

Datura belongs to

A

Compositae

B

Labiatae

C

Malvaceae

D

Solanaceae

Question 368: Palette 368/481

Errorless Odisha JEE 1995 MCQ

Aerial absorptive roots occur in

A

Epiphytes

B

Mesophytes

C

Hydrophytes

D

Xerophytes

Question 369: Palette 369/481

Errorless CPMT 1995; Kerala PMT 2004 MCQ

Thorn is a stem structure because it

A

Develops from trunk

B

Develops from axillary bud

C

Grows from external surface

D

Is pointed

Question 370: Palette 370/481

Errorless BHU 1995; KCET 2009 MCQ

A plant has an androecium with monadelphous stamens, monothecous and reniform anthers. The corolla exhibits contorted aestivation. The Plant could be Or Flower is intersexual in

A

Rauwolfia

B

Vinca

C

Nerium

D

Hibiscus

Question 371: Palette 371/481

Errorless RPMT 1995 MCQ

Vivipary means

A

Fruits are not formed

B

Germination of seed on mother plant

C

Formation of fruits directly by embryo

D

Production of fruitless plant

Question 372: Palette 372/481

Errorless AFMC 1995 MCQ

In which of the following the seed germinates and still attached with the main plant

A

Mango

B

Rhizophora

C

Neem

D

Coconut

Question 373: Palette 373/481

Errorless RPMT 1995 MCQ

Touch me not belongs to

A

Liliaceae

B

Solanaceae

C

Mimosoideae

D

Malvaceae

Question 374: Palette 374/481

Errorless KCET 1995; Pb. PMT 1999; RPMT 1999 MCQ

Familiar examples of family Liliaceae are

A

Allium cepa, Aloe vera and Tamarindus indica

B

Saraca indica, Allium cepa and Aloe vera

C

Allium sativum, Allium cepa and Aloe vera

D

Tamarindus indica, Allium cepa and Allium satinum

Question 375: Palette 375/481

Errorless RPMT 1995, 96 MCQ

Staminodes occur in family

A

Papilionatae/Arachis

B

Malvaceae/Hibiscus

C

Caesalpinoideae/Cassia

D

Cruciferae/Iberis

Question 376: Palette 376/481

Errorless RPMT 1995 MCQ

Underground food is stored in

A

Solanaceae and Leguminosae

B

Liliaceae and Cruciferae

C

Cruciferae and Solanaceae

D

Solanaceae and Malvaceae

Question 377: Palette 377/481

Errorless RPMT 1995 MCQ

Basifixed monothecous anthers (OR) anthers with two microsporangia is characteristics of

A

Leguminosae/Pea

B

Malvaceae/Cotton

C

Solanaceae/Tomato

D

Liliaceae/Onion

Question 378: Palette 378/481

Errorless APMEE 1995 MCQ

A monocot showing reticulate venation is

A

Bombusa

B

Smilax

C

Callophyllum

D

Ginkgo

Question 379: Palette 379/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 1994; BHU 1996: Odisha JEE 1997, 2012 MCQ

Stilt roots are reported from Or Root cap is largest in

A

Pandanus (Screw Pine)

B

Radish

C

Mango-ginger

D

Bryophyllum

Question 380: Palette 380/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 1994; JKCMEE 2002 MCQ

In Ipomoea batatas/Sweet potato the food is stored in

A

Root tuber

B

Stem tuber

C

Bud

D

Leaves

Question 381: Palette 381/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 1994 MCQ

Velamen takes part in

A

Absorption of moisture from air

B

Absorption of water from soil

C

Exchange of gases

D

Transpiration

Question 382: Palette 382/481

Errorless DPMT 1994; AFMC 1996, 2010 MCQ

In Amorphophallus and Colocasia (Ariods) an extremely enlarged underground vertical stem meant for vegetative reproduction and storage is Or Modified stem present in Gladiolus is [Odisha JEE 2004]

A

Tuber

B

Corm

C

Bulb

D

Rhizome

Question 383: Palette 383/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 1994 MCQ

Bulb is modified

A

Leaf

B

Shoot

C

Root

D

Flower

Question 384: Palette 384/481

Errorless DPMT 1994; AMU (Med.) 1994; AFMC 1994; Manipal 1997 MCQ

Stem takes part in storage and perennation in

A

Wheat

B

Groundnut

C

Radish

D

Ginger

Question 385: Palette 385/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 1994 MCQ

In Tamarind (Imli) the pinnate leaf is

A

Tripinnate

B

Bipinnate

C

Paripinnate

D

Imparipinnate

Question 386: Palette 386/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 1994 MCQ

Thalamus is

A

Base of flower

B

Base of ovary

C

Modification of pollen

D

Modification of petal

Question 387: Palette 387/481

Errorless Bihar PMT 1994 MCQ

Synandrous condition is fusion of

A

Filaments only

B

Both filaments and anthers

C

Anthers only

D

Petals

Question 388: Palette 388/481

Errorless HPMT 1994; Rohtak PMT 1994 MCQ

A characteristic of angiosperms is

A

Flower

B

Root

C

Seed

D

All of these

Question 389: Palette 389/481

Errorless RPMT 1994, 96; BHU 1995 MCQ

Flowers of Liliaceae, Malvaceae and Solanaceae are

A

Hypogynous

B

Perigynous

C

Epigynous

D

Amphigynous

Question 390: Palette 390/481

Errorless AIIMS 1994 MCQ

The primitive type of stamens are found in the flowers family

A

Liliaceae

B

Malvaceae

C

Gramineae/Poaceae

D

Degeneriaceae/Magnoliaceae

Question 391: Palette 391/481

Errorless APMEE 1994; AMU (Med.) 2002; DPMT 2004; J & K CET 2012 MCQ

Bilocular oblique ovary with numerous shining ovule on swollen axile placenta is the characteristics of

A

Cruciferae

B

Solanaceae

C

Liliaceae

D

Malvaceae

Question 392: Palette 392/481

Errorless AFMC 1994 MCQ

Inflorescence is [NCERT Pg. No. 61]

A

Composite (multiple) fruit developed from condensed inflorescence

B

Aggregate fruit developed from free carpels

C

Fruit develop from inferior ovary

D

Fruit develops from thalamus

Question 393: Palette 393/481

Errorless CPMT 1994, 95, 98, 99; Pb. PMT 1997, 99; NEET 2021, 22 MCQ

Which one of the following plants shows vexillary aestivation and diadelphous stamens Or Which of the following plants has the floral characters like zygomorphic flower, vexillary aestivation, diadelphous androecium and marginal placentation [Kerala PMT 2011]

A

Allium cepa

B

Solanum nigrum

C

Colchicum autumnale

D

Pisum sativum

Question 394: Palette 394/481

Errorless APMEE 1994; BHU 2002 MCQ

Chief feature of family Brassicaceae/Cruciferae is presence of

A

Latex

B

Pectin

C

Alkaloids

D

Myrosin enzyme

Question 395: Palette 395/481

Errorless BHU 1993, 2001; AMU (Med.) 2001; DUMET 2009 MCQ

A fibrous root system is better adapted than tap root system for

A

Storage of food

B

Anchorage of plant to soil

C

Absorption of water and minerals

D

Transport of water and organic food

Question 396: Palette 396/481

Errorless RPMT 1993, 95, 96 MCQ

Nodulated roots bearing family is

A

Mimosoideae

B

Caesalpinoideae

C

Papilionatae

D

Solanaceae

Question 397: Palette 397/481

Errorless MP PMT 1993; DPMT 1999 MCQ

Stilt roots which grow obliquely from basal nodes of culm stem and acting as brace are found in

A

Sorghum

B

Maize

C

Sugarcane

D

All of these

Question 398: Palette 398/481

Errorless CPMT 1993, 96 MCQ

Pneumatophores are useful in

A

Respiration

B

Transpiration

C

Guttation

D

Protein synthesis

Question 399: Palette 399/481

Errorless AFMC 1993; CPMT 1998 MCQ

There is maximum growth in root

A

In the dark

B

In the light

C

At the root apex

D

Just behind the root apex

Question 400: Palette 400/481

Errorless CPMT 1993; APMEE 1999; AMU (Med.) 2006; RPMT 2006 MCQ

Pneumatophores or breathing roots occur in / Respiratory roots and vivipary reproduction are the characteristic of

A

Hydrophytes

B

Epiphytes

C

Xerophytes

D

Mangrove plants

Question 401: Palette 401/481

Errorless CPMT 1993; HPMT 2005; CBSE PMT 2014 MCQ

An example of edible underground stem is Or Which is not a product of root [NCERT; CPMT 1993; MP PMT 2013]

A

Sweet potato

B

Potato

C

Carrot

D

Groundnut

Question 402: Palette 402/481

Errorless BHU 1993 MCQ

Stamens attached to petals are

A

Antipetalous

B

Epipetalous

C

Epiphyllous

D

Episepalous

Question 403: Palette 403/481

Errorless AIIMS 1993 MCQ

The plant whose seeds are known to have longest viability period is

A

Nelumbo nucifera (lotus)

B

Triticum vulgare (wheat)

C

Zizyphus jujuba (ber)

D

Carica papaya (papaya)

Question 404: Palette 404/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1993; MP PMT 2010, 12 MCQ

Seed develop from

A

Ovules

B

Ovaries

C

Anthers

D

Pistils

Question 405: Palette 405/481

Errorless Pb. PMT 1993; CBSE PMT 1997 MCQ

The two families dominate in having maximum useful plants

A

Fabaceae and Poaceae

B

Liliaceae and Solanaceae

C

Malvaceae and Brassicaceae

D

Liliaceae and Poaceae

Question 406: Palette 406/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1993; RPMT 1995; KCET 1998; MP PMT 1998, 2000, 02 MCQ

Pulses are obtained from

A

Fabaceae

B

Asteraceae

C

Poaceae

D

Solanaceae

Question 407: Palette 407/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1993 MCQ

$\underset { + } { \vec { \mathbb { O } } } \mathsf { K } _ { 2 + 2 } \mathbb { C } \times \underset { 4 } { \_ } \mathsf { A } _ { 2 + 4 } \_ G _ { ( 2 ) }$ is floral formula of

A

Allium cepa

B

Solanum nigrum

C

Helianthus annuus

D

Brassica nigra

Question 408: Palette 408/481

Errorless CPMT 1993 MCQ

Tetradynamous condition is related to

A

Androecium

B

Inflorescence

C

Perianth

D

Gynoecium

Question 409: Palette 409/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1992 MCQ

Choose the product that is derived from style and stigma

A

Saffron

B

Fenugreek

C

Asafoetida

D

Psyllium

Question 410: Palette 410/481

Errorless RPMT 1992, 96 MCQ

In Gossypium the type of cohesion is

A

Monoadelphous

B

Diadelphous

C

Polyadelphous

D

Monothecous

Question 411: Palette 411/481

Errorless RPMT 1992; APMEE 1992; CPMT 1993, 97 MCQ

The correct floral formula of Liliaceae is

A

⊕ $\begin{array} { r l } { \ P _ { ^ { 1 } \ P _ { 3 + 3 } } \mathsf { A } _ { 6 } G _ { ( 3 ) } } \end{array}$

B

Br ⊕ P3+3 A3+3 G(3)

C

$\textsf { f } \mathcal { G } ^ { \mathrm { ~ \tiny ~ P ~ } _ { 3 + 3 } \mathrm { ~ \tiny ~ A ~ } _ { 3 + 3 } } \underline { { G _ { ( 3 ) } } }$

D

$\dag \underset { ^ { + } } { \mathcal { O } } ^ { * } \ P _ { 3 + 3 } \operatorname { A } _ { 3 + 3 } \underline { { G } } _ { ( 6 ) }$

Question 412: Palette 412/481

Errorless AFMC 1992; APMEE 1995; RPMT 2002 MCQ

Most important character of Brassica campesteris is

A

False septum

B

Parietal placentation

C

Ebracteate

D

Imbricate aestivation

Question 413: Palette 413/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1992 MCQ

Cruciferae differ from Malvaceae in the presence of

A

Bicarpellary unilocular ovary and siliqua fruit

B

Multicarpellary multilocular ovary and capsule fruit

C

Monocarpellary, multilocular ovary with capsule fruit

D

Multicarpellary unilocular ovarv and cunsella fruit

Question 414: Palette 414/481

Errorless RPMT 1992, 95, 96 MCQ

Which of the family does not possess axile placentation

A

Solanaceae

B

Malvaceae

C

Leguminosae/Cruciferae

D

Liliaceae

Question 415: Palette 415/481

Errorless RPMT 1992, 95, 96, 97; Kerala PMT 2010 MCQ

Floral formula of mustard (or) Cruciferae is Or Floral formula of Brassica campestris is [AIIMS 2010]

A

$\oplus \operatorname { \vec { \nabla } K } _ { _ { ( 5 ) } } \operatorname { C } _ { _ { ( 5 ) } } \operatorname { A } _ { 5 } \operatorname { \vec { G } } _ { ( 2 ) }$

B

$\begin{array} { r } { \mathsf { E b r } \oplus \stackrel { \cdot } { + } \mathsf { K } _ { 2 + 2 } \mathsf { C } _ { 4 } \bar { \mathsf { A } } _ { 2 + 4 } \ G _ { ( 2 ) } } \end{array}$

C

⊕ $\vec { \mathcal { G } } _ { K _ { 5 } } \subset _ { 5 } \mathsf { A } _ { ( 5 ) } G _ { ( 2 ) }$

D

⊕ $\vec { \mathcal { G } } _ { \mathbb { K } _ { 5 } \mathbb { C } _ { 5 } \mathbb { A } _ { 5 } } \vec { G } _ { ( 2 ) }$

Question 416: Palette 416/481

Errorless RPMT 1992 MCQ

The side of a flower facing the mother axis is called

A

Anterior side

B

Posterior side

C

Dorsal side

D

Ventral side

Question 417: Palette 417/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1992; APMEE 1993; RPMT 1994, 95; CPMT 1998 MCQ

Bicarpellary syncarpous gynoecium, parietal placentation, tetradynamous stamens and siliqua fruit are characteristic features of family

A

Cucurbitaceae

B

Cruciferae

C

Compositae

D

Solanaceae

Question 418: Palette 418/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1991 MCQ

Compound apocarpous gynoecium is found in

A

Lily

B

Hollyhock

C

Lotus/Ranunculus

D

Pumpkin

Question 419: Palette 419/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1991 MCQ

Botanical name of Cauliflower is

A

Brassica oleracea var. capitata

B

Brassica campesteris

C

Brassica oleracea var. botrytis

D

Brassica oleracea var. gemmifera

Question 420: Palette 420/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1991, 92; VITEEE 2008; Odisha JEE 2009 MCQ

Epipetalous and syngenesious stamens occur in

A

Solanaceae

B

Brassicaceae

C

Fabaceae

D

Asteraceae

Question 421: Palette 421/481

Errorless RPMT 1991 MCQ

Stylopodium is present in

A

Mustard

B

Petunia

C

Coriander

D

Pea

Question 422: Palette 422/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1990; AMU (Med.) 2012 MCQ

New Banana plants develop from

A

Rhizome

B

Sucker

C

Stolon

D

Seed

Question 423: Palette 423/481

Errorless CBSE PMT 1990 MCQ

A family delimited by type of inflorescence is Or A family belongs to inferae and gamopetalae

A

Fabaceae

B

Asteraceae

C

Solanaceae

D

Liliaceae

Question 424: Palette 424/481

Errorless MCQ

Leguminous plants possess

A

Napiform roots

B

Nodulated roots

C

Tuberous roots

D

Fusiform roots

Question 425: Palette 425/481

Errorless MCQ

See the following diagrams Pneumatophores Which of the following is not correct about A, B, C and D

A

A, B and C are underground roots but D grows vertically upwards

B

Pneumatophore is found in the plants that grow in sandy soil

C

Pneumatophores help to get oxygen for respiration

D

Tap roots of carrot, turnip and adventitious root of sweet potato, get swollen and store food

Question 426: Palette 426/481

Errorless MCQ

One of single internodal branches are found in

A

Casuarina

B

Asparagus

C

Opuntia

D

Euphorbia

Question 427: Palette 427/481

Errorless MCQ

Accessory buds occur at

A

Stem tip

B

Branch tip

C

Leaf axil

D

Side of axillary bud

Question 428: Palette 428/481

Errorless MCQ

Rhizomes are mostly [A]

A

Sympodial

B

Diageotropic

C

Horizontal

D

All of these

Question 429: Palette 429/481

Errorless MCQ

In Passiflora, the tendrils are modified

A

Axillary buds

B

Upper leaflets

C

Whole leaves

D

Stipules

Question 430: Palette 430/481

Errorless MCQ

See diagram of a typical leaf. In which of the following option all the four parts marked as A, B, C and D are correctly identified

A

A-Leaflet, B-Axillary bud, C-Stipule, D-Leaf base

B

A-Lamina, B-Axillary bud, C-Stipule, D-Pedicel

C

A-Lamina, B-Stipule, C-Axillary bud, D-Leaf base

D

A-Lamina, B-Axillary bud, C-Stipule, D-Leaf base

Question 431: Palette 431/481

Errorless MCQ

See the following figures and identify leaves A and B

A

A - Palmately compound leaf, B– Palmately compound leaf

B

A - Pinnately compound leaf, B - Pinnately compound leaf

C

A – Palmately compound leaf, B – Pinnately compound leaf

D

A - Pinnately compound leaf, B – Palmately compound leaf

Question 432: Palette 432/481

Errorless MCQ

Imparipinnate leaf is the one where

A

Leaflets are borne in pairs

B

Leaflets are small

C

Leaflets are large

D

Rachis is terminated by an odd leaflet

Question 433: Palette 433/481

Errorless MCQ

Identify the correct types of phyllotaxy which shown in the following figures [NCERT Pg. No. 61] (A) (B) (C)

A

A - Whorled, B – Alternate, C - Opposite

B

A – Alternate, B - Whorled, C - Opposite

C

A - Whorled, B – Opposite, C - Alternate

D

A - Alternate, B – Opposite, C – Whorled

Question 434: Palette 434/481

Errorless MCQ

Onion stores food in

A

Underground stem

B

Fleshy scales

C

Root

D

Shoot

Question 435: Palette 435/481

Errorless MCQ

Study the following Column-I with Column-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Entire leaf modified into a spine (B) Leaf except stipules modified into a tendril (C) Stipules modified into a tendril (D) First leaf of axillary bud modified into a spine	(P) Clematis (Q) Citrus (R) Euphorbia (S) Lathyrus (T) Smilax

A

A-R, B-S, C-P, D-Q

B

A-R, B-P, C-S, D-Q

C

A-Q, B-R, C-P, D-T

D

A-T, B-S, C-P, D-R

Question 436: Palette 436/481

Errorless MCQ

Rachis is present in

A

Pinnate compound leaf

B

Palmate compound leaf

C

Both correct

D

Both wrong

Question 437: Palette 437/481

Errorless MCQ

Select the correct pair of answers in which the former represents the set of characters present in Poinsettia and the latter in the pair represents the set of characters present in Casuarina
(i) Modified aerial stem — Unisexual flowers develop acropetally — Chalazal entry of pollen tube
(ii) Flowers achlamydeous — Pedicels of all flowers are of same length — Presence of false whorl
(iii) Cohesion of bracts forming a cup — Centrifugal opening flower — Male flowers many
(iv) Flower formation on one side in a spiral manner — Presence rachilla — Terminal part of the peduncle is flowerless

A

ii,iii

B

i, ii

C

iv,iii

D

ii, i

Question 438: Palette 438/481

Errorless MCQ

See the following diagrams and identify inflorescence A and B dpalr

A

A − Cymose, B – Cymose

B

A – Racemose, B – Racemose

C

A – Racemose, B – Cymose

D

A – Cymose, B - Racemose

Question 439: Palette 439/481

Errorless MCQ

In monoadelphous condition, stamens have

A

Filaments of all united in one group but anthers are free

B

Filaments united in groups but all anthers are free

C

Anthers are fused but filaments are free

D

Both anthers and filaments are fused

Question 440: Palette 440/481

Errorless MCQ

See figure of a typical flower. In which one of the options all the four parts A, B, C and D are correctly identified

A

A-Gynoecium, B-Stamen, C-Ovule, D-Thalamus

B

A-Microsporophyll, B-Stamen, C-Ovule, D-Thalamus

C

A-Gynoecium, B-Stamen, C-Seed, D-Thalamus

D

A-Gynoecium, B-Megasporophyll, C-Ovule, D-Thalamus

Question 441: Palette 441/481

Errorless MCQ

Ray florets of sunflower (Compositae) are

A

Bisexual

B

Unisexual

C

Asexual

D

None of these

Question 442: Palette 442/481

Errorless MCQ

The perianth is the term used when

A

Androecium and gynoecium are similar

B

Androecium and calyx are similar

C

Corolla and gynoecium are similar

D

Calyx and corolla are similar

Question 443: Palette 443/481

Errorless MCQ

Match the following figures with I, II and III (I) Hypogynous flower (II) Perigynous flower (III) Epigynous flower

A

A − ⅢII, B − I, C − II

B

A − II, B − II, C − I

C

A −I, B−III, C− II

D

A − I, B − ⅡI, C − ⅢII

Question 444: Palette 444/481

Errorless MCQ

The following diagram is the typical structure of monocotyledonous seeds. Identify all the five parts A, B, C, D and E

A

A - Embryo, B - Endosperm, C - Scutellum, D - Coleorrhiza, E – Coleoptile

B

A - Endosperm, B - Embryo, C – Scutellum, D - Coleoptile, E – Coleorrhiza

C

A - Embryo, B - Endosperm, C - Scutellum, D - Coleoptile, E – Coleorrhiza

D

A - Endosperm, B – Embryo, C - Scutellum, D - Coleorrhiza, E - Coleoptile

Question 445: Palette 445/481

Errorless MCQ

Match the types of fruits listed in Column I with the examples listed in Column II. Choose the answer which gives the correct combination of the two columns

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Capsule (B) Berry (C) Drupe (D) Cypsela	(P) Paddy (Q) Mango (R) Sunflower (S) Tomato (T) Lady's finger

A

A-T, B-S, C-Q, D-R

B

A-T, B-R, C-P, D-Q

C

A-S, B-T, C-Q, D-R

D

A-P, B-Q, C-R, D-T

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Figure - I – Mango, Figure - II – Coconut are shown in the following diagram. Identify the parts of the fruit A, B, C and D are respectively Figure – I Figure – II

A

Epicarp, Mesocarp, Embryo, Endocarp

B

Epicarp, Mesocarp, Ovary, Endocarp

C

Epicarp, Mesocarp, Ovule, Endocarp

D

Epicarp, Mesocarp, Seed, Endocarp

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The following diagram is the typical structure of dicotyledonous seeds. In which one of the options all the five parts A to E are correctly identified Entire seed Embryo opened

A

A – Hilum, B – Micropyle, C – Plumule, D – Radicle, E - Cotyledon

B

A - Micropyle, B – Hilum, C – Plumule, D – Cotyledon, E - Radicle

C

A – Hilum, B – Micropyle, C – Plumule, D – Cotyledon, E - Radicle

D

A – Hilum, B – Micropyle, C − Radicle, D – Cotyledon E - Plumule

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Which of the following families is characterised by the presence of perianth

A

Malvaceae

B

Liliaceae

C

Cruciferae

D

Solanaceae

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See the following figures and identify the given below species belong to which of the following families respectively Pisum Sativum (pea) Solanum nigrum (mokoi) Allium cepa (Onion)

A

Solanaceae, Fabaceae, Liliaceae

B

Compositae, Malvaceae, Liliaceae

C

Fabaceae, Solanaceae, Liliaceae

D

Liliaceae, Compositae, Malvaceae

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Axile placentation occurs in

A

Asteraceae and Fabaceae

B

Brassicaeae and Solanaceae

C

Solanaceae and Liliaceae

D

All of these

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A diagnostic trait for identification of fabaceous flower is

A

Tetradynamous androecium

B

Inferior ovary

C

Cruciform corolla

D

Vexillary aestivation

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Given diagram shows the cohesion of stamens. It is the characteristic of pulse family. Identify the type of cohesion

A

Synandrous

B

Polyadelhpous

C

Diadelphous

D

Monoadelphous

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Androecious guggul (Commiphora wightii) plants occur in:

A

Produce more male flower bearing plants and a few female flower bearing plants in a population

B

Produce more female flower bearing plants and a few male flower bearing plants in a population

C

Produce male flowers bearing plants and female flowers bearing plants in equal number in a population

D

Produce both male and bisexual flower bearing individual in a population

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Which of the family possess perianth of six coloured tepals

A

Mimosoideae

B

Solanaceae

C

Liliaceae

D

Malvaceae

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Tetramerous condition is characteristic of:

A

Liliaceae/Allium/Asphodelus

B

Cruciferae/Mustard/Iberis

C

Malvaceae/Althea/Hibiscus

D

Solanaceae/Nicotiana/Petunia

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Rearrange the following zones as seen in the root in vertical section and choose the correct option A. Root hair zone B. Zone of meristems C. Rootcap zone D. Zone of maturation E. Zone of elongation Options:

A

C, B, E, A, D

B

A, B, C, D, E

C

D, E, A, C, B

D

E, D, C, B, A

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In an inflorescence where flowers are borne laterally in an acropetal succession, the position of the youngest floral bud shall be

A

Proximal

B

Distal

C

Intercalary

D

Any where

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The mature seeds of plants such as gram and peas, possess no endosperm, because

A

These plants are not angiosperms

B

There is no double fertilization in them

C

Endosperm is not formed in them

D

Endosperm gets used up by the developing embryo during seed development

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Match the followings and choose correct option Group A Group B

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Aleurone layer (B) Parthenocarpic fruit (C) Ovule (D) Endosperm	(P) Without fertilization (Q) Nutrition (R) Double fertilization (S) Seed

A

A-P, B-Q, C-R, D-S

B

A-Q, B-P, C-S, D-R

C

A-S, B-Q, C-P, D-Q

D

A-Q, B-S, C-P, D-R

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Venation is a term used to describe the pattern of arrangement of

A

Floral organs

B

Flower in infloresence

C

Veins and veinlets in a lamina

D

All of them

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Endosperm, a product of double fertilization in angiosperms is absent in the seeds of

A

Gram

B

Orchids

C

Maize

D

Castor

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Which of the following plants is used to extract the blue dye [NCERT]

A

Trifolium

B

Indigofera

C

Lupin

D

Cassia

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The placenta is attached to the developing seed near the [NCERT]

A

Testa

B

Hilum

C

Micropyle

D

Chalaza

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A plant called plantless root is

A

Arceuthobium

B

Podostemon

C

Rafflesia and Sapria

D

All of these

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Study the following Column-I with Column-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Spongy air (B) Multiple epidermis (C) Respiratory roots (D) Root pockets	(P) Jussiaea (Q) Pistia (R) Nerium (S) Sagittaria (T) Nymphaea

A

A-P, B-R, C-Q, D-T

B

A-Q, B-P, C-S, D-R

C

A-S, B-Q, C-R, D-P

D

A-T, B-R, C-P, D-Q

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Study the following lists Column-I with Column-II

Column-I	Column-II
(A) Coleorhiza (B) Apogamy (C) Indusium (D) Caudex	(P) Development of sporophyte directly from gametophyte without intervention of gametes (Q) Development of gametophyte directly from sporophyte without involvement of reduction division (R) An unbranched columnar stem (S) Protective covering of a radicle (T) Protective structure of a sorus

A

A-T, B-Q, C-S, D-P

B

A-S, B-P, C-T, D-R

C

A-R, B-T, C-Q, D-S

D

A-Q, B-R, C-P, D-T

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Study the diagrams given below and select the right options out of (a - d); in which all the 4 items A, B, C and D are correctly identified [NCERT]

A

Offset Sucker Stolon Leaf buds

B

Offset Tuber Stolon Leaf buds

C

Tuber Rhizome Bulb Leaf buds

D

Tuber Rhizome Bulbil Leaf buds

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Which is true about bulbils in Agave

A

It has floral buds modified into bulbils

B

Bulbils germinate while still on inflorescence

C

Bulbils show vivipary

D

All the above

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Examine the types of aestivation shown in the following diagram and select the correct answer

A

A – Twisted, B - Imbricate, C – Vexillary, D - Valvate

B

A − Imbricate, B – Vexillary, C – Valvate, D – Twisted

C

A - Vexillary, B - Valvate, C - Twisted, D - Imbricate

D

A - Valvate, B - Twisted, C - Imbricate, D - Vexillary

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Papilionaceous flower with large vexillum covering two wings and the wings covering the keel has corolla aestivation of

A

Descending imbricate

B

Ascending imbricate

C

Twisted

D

Valvate

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Feathery (hairy) style is persistent in

A

Solanum

B

Clematis

C

Helianthus

D

Hibiscus

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In Acacia species, the first few leaves are pinnately compound. Then there are leaves with flattened petiole and fewer pinnae. The leaves of adult plant has parallel veined flattened petiole and no pinnae. It shows that

A

Leaves of adult plant are reduced to phyllodes while those of the seedling are unreduced

B

The parallel-veined green structures of the adult plant are phylloclades

C

The plant shows developmental heterophylly compound in seedling and simple in adult plant

D

The leaves of adult plant are unreduced while they are reduced in the seedling stage

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The flowers are Zygomorphic in
(A) Mustard
(B) Gulmohar
(C) Cassia
(D) Datura
(E) Chilly

A

D, E only

B

E, D, E only

C

A, B, C only

D

B, C only

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Assertion : In cymose inflorescence, the main axis ends in a flower, but the lateral axis show continuous growth. Reason: The arrangement of flower in this inflorescence is centrifugal.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Assertion : Flower of racemose inflorescence are pollinated by insects. Reason: In Racemose head infloresence, the florets are arranged in a centripetal fashion.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Assertion : Root hairs are present on whole root surface. Reason: Root hairs absorb water.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Assertion:Verticillaster is a cymose inflorescence. Reason: The main axis and lateral branches of inflorescence end in flowers.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Assertion:A simple leaf has undivided lamina. Reason: Leaves showing pinnate and palmate venation have various type of incisions.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Assertion : In cymose branching, growth of terminal bud stops after some time. Reason:The growth of the main stem is definite.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Assertion : In spiral phyllotaxy, many leaves are present on a node. Reason: In opposite phyllotaxy, two leaves are borne on a node.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.

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Assertion : The mesocarp of drupe is edible in all cases. Reason:Coconut is a fibrous drupe.

A

If both assertion and reason are true and the reason is the correct explanation of the assertion.

B

If both assertion and reason are true but reason is not the correct explanation of the assertion.

C

If assertion is true but reason is false.

D

If the assertion and reason both are false.

E

If assertion is false but reason is true.