Question 1

Which part of the plant is responsible for the absorption of water and minerals from the soil?

Accepted Answer

Root. The root system anchors the plant and absorbs essential nutrients from the ground. Root hairs significantly increase the surface area available for this absorption process. Some roots also serve as storage organs for food reserves.

Question 2

What is the primary function of the leaf in most green plants?

Accepted Answer

Photosynthesis. Leaves contain chlorophyll which captures sunlight to manufacture food for the plant. This process converts carbon dioxide and water into glucose and oxygen. Leaves are often referred to as the food factories of the plant.

Question 3

In which type of plant venation do the veins run parallel to each other?

Accepted Answer

Parallel venation. Parallel venation is a characteristic feature found primarily in monocotyledonous plants. It is easily observed in the long, narrow leaves of grasses and lilies. In contrast, dicots usually display a net-like reticulate venation pattern.

Question 4

What is the male reproductive part of a flower called?

Accepted Answer

Stamen. The stamen consists of an anther and a filament that support pollen production. Pollen grains contain the male gametes necessary for the fertilization process. A group of stamens is collectively referred to as the androecium.

Question 5

Which part of the plant develops into a fruit after fertilization?

Accepted Answer

Ovary. The ovary ripens and enlarges to form the fruit which protects the developing seeds. Fruits also aid in the dispersal of seeds to new locations. The wall of the ripened ovary is technically known as the pericarp.

Plant Morphology — Set 1