Question

These are swollen fleshy underground stems

• A. Rhizome
• B. Corms
• C. Tubers
• D. Bulbs

Answer 1

The correct option is C

Tubers

The correct option is : C

Explanation of the correct option :

1. Tubers like potato are swollen fleshy underground stem.
2. It has many small buds called eyes, each of which can grow into a new plant .

Explanation of the incorrect option:

Option A:

1. Rhizome is a short, branched, underground stem.
2. It has distinct nodes and internodes bearing buds, which can grow into new plants.
3. Ex. Banana, ginger.

Option B:

1. Corms is a thickened round, underground stem that consists of a swollen base surrounded by scale leaves.
2. Ex Gladiolus.

Option D:

1. Bulbs Is an underground stem with a bud and membranous leaves called scales.
2. Ex Garlic, Tulip, Onion.

Final answer: Tubers are swollen fleshy underground stems like potato.