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Which of the following correctly defines a herb?
Which of the following correctly defines a herb?
What is the function of nodes in a plant stem?
What is the function of nodes in a plant stem?
Which part of the plant axis is referred to as internodes?
Which part of the plant axis is referred to as internodes?
What types of lower plants are included in the definition of a herb?
What types of lower plants are included in the definition of a herb?
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Which statement about herbs is NOT accurate?
Which statement about herbs is NOT accurate?
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Study Notes
Herbs
- Herb is a drug derived from the tender parts of non-woody plants
- These parts include the stem, leaves, flowers, and fruits
- The stem is an important part of the plant's structure, bearing leaves at points called nodes.
- The spaces between the nodes are called internodes.
- The term "herb" can also encompass lower plant species like algae, fungi, and lichens.
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Explore the fascinating world of herbs, which are drugs derived from the non-woody parts of plants. This quiz covers the structure of herbs, including the significance of stems, leaves, flowers, and fruits, and also touches on lower plant species like algae and fungi. Test your knowledge on the essential components that define herbs.