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Monocot plants are characterized by the presence of how many of the following characters?
Scutellum, Reticulate venation, Fibrous roots, stilt roots, Pulvinous leaf base, isobilateral leaves

A

two

B

three

C

four

D

all of these

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To solve the question regarding the characteristics of monocot plants, we will analyze each of the given traits one by one. 1. **Scutellum**: This is a part of the seed in monocots. It is a specialized structure that stores nutrients and is characteristic of monocot seeds like maize and wheat. Thus, this trait is associated with monocots. 2. **Reticulate venation**: This refers to the pattern of veins in the leaves. Reticulate venation is typical of dicots, not monocots. Therefore, this trait does not apply to monocots. 3. **Fibrous roots**: Monocots typically have fibrous root systems, which consist of many thin roots that spread out. This is a characteristic feature of monocots. 4. **Stilt roots**: Stilt roots are usually found in some dicots, such as certain species of mangroves. They provide support to the plant. Hence, this trait is not associated with monocots. 5. **Pulvinous leaf base**: This type of leaf base is found in some dicots and is not a characteristic of monocots. Therefore, this trait does not apply to monocots. 6. **Isobilateral leaves**: Isobilateral leaves are leaves that have the same structure on both sides, which is a common feature of monocots, such as grasses. Thus, this trait is associated with monocots. Now, let's summarize the findings: - Scutellum: Yes (Monocot) - Reticulate venation: No (Dicot) - Fibrous roots: Yes (Monocot) - Stilt roots: No (Dicot) - Pulvinous leaf base: No (Dicot) - Isobilateral leaves: Yes (Monocot) Counting the traits that are characteristic of monocots, we find: - Scutellum: 1 - Fibrous roots: 1 - Isobilateral leaves: 1 Thus, there are **3 characteristics** that are associated with monocot plants. **Final Answer**: Monocot plants are characterized by the presence of 3 of the following characters.
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