Question

Calyx with free components is termed _________.

• A. gamosepalous
• B. gamopetalous
• C. polypetalous
• D. polysepalous

Answer 1

The correct option is D polysepalous

$\bullet$ The calyx is a collective term for the sepals and forms the outermost whorl of the flower. If the sepals are free and separate from each other, then the calyx is said to be polysepalous. Otherwise, if the sepals are fused, then calyx is said to be gamosepalous.
$\bullet$ The corolla is a collective term for the constituent petals of a flower. If the petals are fused (or united), corolla is said to be gamopetalous and if the petals are distinct from one another, they are called as polypetalous.