Are petals and sepals same? Explain.

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Petals Sepals

petals are the bright-colored petaloid structures which form the inner whorl. sepals are the green colour, leaf-like structures that form the outermost whorl

Petals are modified leaves that surround the reproductive parts of flowers.They are often brightly colored or unusually shaped to attract pollinators. The sepals are the lower, or outermost, part of the flower. They fold over the tender, closed bud and protect it from cold and other injuries while it is developing.

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Petals	Sepals
petals are the bright-colored petaloid structures which form the inner whorl.	sepals are the green colour, leaf-like structures that form the outermost whorl
Petals are modified leaves that surround the reproductive parts of flowers.They are often brightly colored or unusually shaped to attract pollinators.	The sepals are the lower, or outermost, part of the flower. They fold over the tender, closed bud and protect it from cold and other injuries while it is developing.