Question

Which is not a characteristic feature of the stem?

• A. Arises from plumule and is ascending
• B. Growing apex is having a bud
• C. Hairs are multicellular
• D. Branches arise endogenously

Answer 1

The correct option is D Branches arise endogenously

The branches of the stem are formed exogenously. The stem arises from the plumule of the seed and grows upwards away from the soil and towards the sky which is ascending type of growth. In the stems, there are specialized hair like structures called the trichomes which are multicellular. The apex of the stem always terminates in a bud called the apical bud.

So, option D is the correct answer as the statement is false.