Question

Statement 1: In racemose inflorescence, the flowers at the apex are younger.

Statement 2: In racemose inflorescence, the flower growth is acropetal.

• A. Both statements are true. Statement 2 is the correct explanation of Statement 1.
• B. Both statements are true. But Statement 2 is not the correct explanation of Statement 1.
• C. Statement 1 is true. Statement 2 is false.
• D. Statement 1 is false. Statement 2 is true.

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Both statements are true. Statement 2 is the correct explanation of Statement 1.

In racemose inflorescence, the flowers grow at the bottom branches first and then keep on growing on the branches that develop as the plant grows. Hence, at the apex, the flowers are new. This type of flower growth is called as acropetal.