Question

Plants with hard stems that develop branches near the base of the stem are called shrubs.

• A.
  True
• B.
  False

Answer 1

The correct option is A

True
Plants are categorised into different types depending on the type of stem and the position of branches.

• Shrubs have hard, woody stem with branches arising from the base of the stem.
• Herbs have tender, green stem and branches are uniformly spread on the stem.
• Trees have hard, woody, thick stem and branches arises higher up on the stem.