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Identify the following figures and write down the types of leaves arrangement. |
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Answer» 1. The given figures represent phyllotaxy. It is the arrangement of leaves on the stem and branches in a specific manner. 2. Figure ‘a’ and ‘b’ represents, alternate phyllotaxy. In this type of phyllotaxy, single leaf arises from each node of a stem. e.g. Mango 3. Figure ‘c’ represents opposite decussate phyllotaxy. In this type of phyllotaxy, a pair of leaf arise from each node and the consecutive pair at right angle to the previous one. e.g. Calotropis. |
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