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Which of the following is NOT a function of the leaf?

Protection against herbivores (correct)
Conduction of water and food materials
Photosynthesis
Gas exchange between outer atmosphere and inner tissues

What is the function of prophylls (fore leaves)?

To cover and protect the main stem
To store food for the seedling
To conduct photosynthesis
To serve as the first leaves produced by a germinating seed (correct)

Which type of leaf is responsible for the green color due to chlorophyll?

Floral leaves
Foliage leaves (correct)
Prophylls
Cotyledons

What is the function of floral leaves?

Protection of the flower's reproductive structures (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the function of tendrils, as mentioned in the text?

To allow the plant to climb to other objects (C) Signup and view all the answers

What is the system of designating a plant with a name consisting of two parts?

Binomial nomenclature (B) Signup and view all the answers

Who is considered the father of modern taxonomy?

Carolus Linnaeus (B) Signup and view all the answers

What does the name Cuminum cyminum Linn. (L.) indicate?

The genus and species of the plant (D) Signup and view all the answers

What is the study of morphological variation of organisms called?

Taxonomy (A) Signup and view all the answers

Why is understanding the species relationship to other species essential for biologists and professionals in agriculture, forestry, and pharmacognosy?

To assist in the conservation and sustainable use of species (B) Signup and view all the answers

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