Anatomy of a Leaf: Leaf Base, Petiole, and Lamina
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What are the three main parts of a typical leaf?

  • Stem, petiole, veinlets
  • Leaf base, pulvinus, midrib
  • Leaf base, petiole, stipules (correct)
  • Lamina, stipules, midrib
  • In monocotyledons, what does the leaf base expand into?

  • Pulvinus
  • Midrib
  • Sheath (correct)
  • Veinlets
  • What is the function of the petiole in holding the leaf blade to light?

  • Allow leaf blades to flutter in wind
  • Transport water, minerals, and food materials
  • Help hold the blade to light (correct)
  • Provide rigidity to the leaf blade
  • What is the green expanded part of the leaf with veins and veinlets called?

    <p>Lamina</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the characteristic venation of leaves in most monocotyledons?

    <p>Parallel</p> Signup and view all the answers

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