Tell the difference between :

(a) hibiscus leaf - peepul leaf

(b) calyx − corolla

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Solution

(a)

Hibiscus leaf

Peepul leaf

Leaf apex is short and pointed.

Leaf apex has long tips.

Leaf margin is often toothed.

Leaf margin is complete.

(b) Both, calyx and corolla, are parts of the flower but the calyx is made up of green−coloured sepals whereas the corolla is made up of petals which can be of different colours.

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Hibiscus leaf	Peepul leaf
Leaf apex is short and pointed.	Leaf apex has long tips.
Leaf margin is often toothed.	Leaf margin is complete.