Question

Veins make a network along the mid rib in parallel venation.

• A. True
• B. False

Answer 1

The correct option is B False

Venation:

1. The arrangement of veins in a leaf blade lamina is known as venation.

Types of venation:

1. Leaf venation is mainly of two types: parallel and reticulate venation.
2. Parallel venation: When the veins run parallel to each other in the leaf, it is known as parallel venation. This type of venation is seen in grass, rice, and wheat leaves.
3. Reticulate venation: When the veins and veinlets are irregularly distributed in the lamina and form a network along the midrib, it is known as reticulate venation. This type of venation is seen in neem, mustard, and tulsi leaves.

Final answer:
The given statement is false.