Biology_Chapter_5__Morphology_of_Flowering_Plants (1).pdf

Biology Chapter 5: Morphology of Flowering Plants Your Name: 1. What is the primary function of prop roots in banyan trees? A. To support the tree and provide stability B. To facilitate airborne respiration C. To store food for the plant D. To absorb water and minerals from the soil 2...

Biology Chapter 5: Morphology of Flowering Plants Your Name: 1. What is the primary function of prop roots in banyan trees? A. To support the tree and provide stability B. To facilitate airborne respiration C. To store food for the plant D. To absorb water and minerals from the soil 2. Which type of root is primarily modified for the storage of food? A. Adventitious roots B. Tap roots C. Pneumatophores D. Stilt roots 3. What distinguishes stems from roots? A. Stems develop from the root system of a plant B. Stems bear leaves, flowers, and fruits C. Stems primarily function in water absorption D. Stems possess stilt roots for support 4. What kind of modification do pneumatophores provide for plants like Rhizophora? A. Support for the plant structure B. Storage of nutrients and water C. Aeration and respiration D. Absorption of sunlight 5. What is the primary function of stilt roots found in maize and sugarcane? A. To absorb nutrients from the soil B. To serve as a defensive mechanism C. To provide additional support D. To store excess water 6. What was the primary method used for the description of diverse life forms on earth? A. Genetic analysis B. Experimental methods C. Observation through magnifying instruments D. Chemical testing 7. What aspect of biology was primarily focused on before physiology became established? A. Genetic sequencing of species B. Ecological interactions C. Evolutionary theories D. Natural history of organisms 8. Why is the detailed description of morphological features considered significant? A. It is the foundation of genetic engineering. B. It assists in calling attention to living processes in reductionist biology. C. It provides immediate practical applications in agriculture. D. It replaces the need for physiological studies. 9. In which unit are the structural organizations of plants and animals described separately? A. Unit 4: Physiological Functions B. Unit 1: Basic Biological Concepts C. Unit 2: Structural Organisation in Plants and Animals D. Unit 3: Ecological Systems 10. What was the reaction of students towards the detailed descriptions of life forms? A. Boredom but with an eventual appreciation for details B. Excitement and engagement C. Indifference and lack of interest D. Confusion and frustration