Plant Kingdom Classification - Higher Difficulty Problems
Q. In which plant group do you find the largest diversity of species?
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A.
Bryophytes
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B.
Angiosperms
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C.
Gymnosperms
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D.
Pteridophytes
Solution
Angiosperms, or flowering plants, represent the largest diversity of species in the plant kingdom.
Correct Answer: B — Angiosperms
Q. What is the primary role of stomata in plants?
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A.
Photosynthesis
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B.
Gas exchange
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C.
Water storage
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D.
Nutrient absorption
Solution
Stomata are small openings on the leaf surface that facilitate gas exchange, allowing CO2 in and O2 out.
Correct Answer: B — Gas exchange
Q. What type of plant reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes?
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A.
Asexual reproduction
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B.
Vegetative propagation
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C.
Sexual reproduction
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D.
Apomixis
Solution
Sexual reproduction involves the fusion of male and female gametes, leading to genetic diversity.
Correct Answer: C — Sexual reproduction
Q. Which classification level comes directly after 'Family' in the taxonomic hierarchy?
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A.
Order
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B.
Genus
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C.
Species
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D.
Class
Solution
The taxonomic hierarchy follows the order: Domain, Kingdom, Phylum, Class, Order, Family, Genus, Species.
Correct Answer: B — Genus
Q. Which of the following is a characteristic feature of dicotyledons?
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A.
Single seed leaf
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B.
Parallel leaf venation
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C.
Vascular bundles in a ring
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D.
Fibrous root system
Solution
Dicotyledons typically have vascular bundles arranged in a ring and two seed leaves (cotyledons).
Correct Answer: C — Vascular bundles in a ring
Q. Which of the following is NOT a characteristic of gymnosperms?
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A.
Seed production
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B.
Vascular tissue
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C.
Flowers
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D.
Naked seeds
Solution
Gymnosperms do not produce flowers; they have naked seeds typically found in cones.
Correct Answer: C — Flowers
Q. Which of the following plant groups is characterized by the presence of vascular tissue?
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A.
Bryophytes
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B.
Pteridophytes
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C.
Mosses
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D.
Liverworts
Solution
Pteridophytes, such as ferns, have vascular tissue, which allows for the transport of water and nutrients.
Correct Answer: B — Pteridophytes
Q. Which part of the flower is primarily responsible for attracting pollinators?
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A.
Stamen
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B.
Pistil
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C.
Petals
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D.
Sepals
Solution
Petals are often brightly colored and serve to attract pollinators to the flower.
Correct Answer: C — Petals
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