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Study the statements and choose the right option.
(a) Buds are present in the axils of leaflets of a compound leaf
(b) Pulvinus leaf base is present in some leguminous plants

(c) In Alstonia, the petioles expand, become green and synthesise food
(d) Opposite phyllotaxy is seen in guava.

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b and d
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a and c
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a and d
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b, c and d
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a and b
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Solution

The correct option is D b and d

a) Buds are present in the axils of petiole of simple and compound leaves. However, buds are absent in the axils of leaflets of the compound leaf.

b) Pulvinus is the swollen structure present at the leaf base. It is seen in leguminous plants. It helps in protection.

c) In Alstonia, the petioles are not modified into green phyllodes. Phyllotaxy is the arrangement of leaves on the stem. There are three types of phyllotaxy, namely opposite, alternate and whorled.

d) Opposite phyllotaxy is seen in guava.

Thus, the correct answer is 'b and d.'


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