Question

Define the following terms.
(i) Racemose inflorescence.
(ii) Osmotic pressure.

Answer 1

(i) Racemose inflorescence: It is an indeterminate inflorescence which shows indefinite growth and bears either acropetal(older towards the base and younger towards apex) or centripetal (older towards the periphery and younger towards the centre).
(ii) Osmotic pressure: The hydrostatic pressure which balances and prevents the osmotic inflow of water into concentrated solution is called osmotic pressure.