NEET Biology question
Parts of the plants were observed. Structure-A develops aerially and produces roots when it comes in contact with the soil. Structure-B develops from underground part of the stem, grows obliquely, becomes aerial, and produces roots on its lower surface. Identify, respectively, the structure of A and B.
Answer: (C)
Solution
A stolon arises aerially from the base of the stem, arches over and roots where it touches the soil (e.g. jasmine) — this matches structure A. A sucker arises from an underground
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