Question

Calyx consists of

• A. Stamens
• B. Petals
• C. Sepals
• D. Gynoecium

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Sepals

The correct option is (C):

Explanation for the correct option:

1. Calyx consists of sepals.
2. Sepals are the green-colored portion beneath the petals.
3. Sepals help in protecting the rising buds.

Explanation for the incorrect options:

Option (A):

1. Male reproductive parts are known as stamens or androecium which produce pollen grains.
2. Two parts of the androecium are anther(swollen tip) and filament(stalk).

Option (B):

1. Petals are the bright-colored part of the flower that attracts bees, insects, and birds in which color may vary from plant to plant.

Option (D)

1. Female reproductive organs are called pistils or carpels.
2. Another name for pistils is gynoecium.
3. These are the innermost parts where seed formation takes place.
4. It consists of three parts- Stigma, style, and ovary.

Calyx consists of sepals.