Which of the following represent the correct sequence of phases in the life cycle of wheat ?
[where J-Juvenile phase, R- Reproductive phase, I-Interflowering period , G-Gap phase, S-senescence, V-Vegetative phase]

Options

A. V `to` I `to` R `to` G `to` S
B. J `to` R `to` G `to` R `to` S
C. J `to` R `to` S
D. V `to` R `to` S `to` G

Answer

To determine the correct sequence of phases in the life cycle of wheat, we need to understand the different phases involved. The life cycle of wheat includes the following phases:

1. **Juvenile Phase (J)**: This is the initial phase where the plant is immature and not capable of reproduction. During this phase, the plant is growing and developing.

2. **Reproductive Phase (R)**: In this phase, the plant begins to flower and reproduce. This is a critical phase where the plant produces seeds.

3. **Senescence Phase (S)**: This is the final phase of the plant's life cycle, where it begins to age, and eventually, the plant dies.

The interflowering period (I) and gap phase (G) are not applicable to wheat as it is a monocarpic plant, meaning it flowers only once in its lifetime. Therefore, the interflowering period does not occur in wheat.

Based on the above understanding, the correct sequence of phases in the life cycle of wheat is:

**Juvenile Phase (J) → Reproductive Phase (R) → Senescence Phase (S)**

Thus, the correct answer is: J → R → S.