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What is a offset ? Give examples.

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**Step-by-Step Solution:** 1. **Definition of Offset:** - An offset is a type of stem modification that occurs in certain plants. It is characterized by a lateral branch that has a short internode. 2. **Structure of Offset:** - Each internode of an offset bears a rosette of leaves, which means that the leaves are arranged in a circular pattern at the top of the stem. - Additionally, offsets have a tuft of roots that emerge from the base of the stem. ...
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VMC MODULES ENGLISH-MORPHOLOGY OF FLOWERINGPLANTS -Illustration
  1. Name two underground and subaerial modifications of stem.

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  2. Differentiate between Phylloclade and cladode

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  3. What is a offset ? Give examples.

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  4. A lateral branch with short internodes and each node bearing a rosette...

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  5. How many types of leaves are found on the basis of duration on the pla...

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  6. What is sheathing base and a pulvinus in leaves?

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  7. Differentiate between the following : Simple leaf and compound le...

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  8. What is heterophylly?

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  9. In spadix inflorescence, peduncle is

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  10. What is an inflorescence ? What are the two main types of inflorescenc...

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  11. Differentiate between Racemose and cymose inflorescence

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  12. What is a cyathium?

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  13. Describe the term inflorescence. Explain the basis for the different ...

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  14. Why a flower is called a modified shoot? What changes occur when a sho...

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  15. Discuss different symmetry of flowers giving examples.

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  16. What is the difference between a bisexual and a unisexual flower?

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  17. Differentiate between Monoecious and dioecious plants

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  18. Differentiate between a staminode and a pistillode.

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  19. Differentiate between True and false fruit

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  20. Differentiate between Simple , aggregate and multiple fruits.

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