Q. Which one of the following statements is correct?
A) Seeds of orchids have oil-rich endosperm
B) Placentation in primrose is basal
C) Flower of tulip is a modified shoot
D) In tomato, fruit is a capsule
Explanation
Flower is highly condensed and modified shoot meant for sexual reproduction (Dr. Goethe; 1790). During the course of evolution, the nodes of the axis of shoot came in contact so, that internodes got reduced, and leaves got modified and specialized to form floral leaves.
Reviewed by Dr. Abubacker
Physics Educator & NEET/JEE Specialist
Ph.D. in Physics with 19+ years of teaching experience.