Question

The second whorl of a flower is called _______.

• A. Petals
• B. Sepals
• C. Carpels
• D. Stamens

Answer 1

The correct option is A

Petals

The correct option is A.

Explanation of the correct option:

1. A flower consists of four distinct whorls.
2. The outermost whorl is the calyx consisting of sepals.
3. Next to it lies a corolla consisting of petals.
4. Petals are colorful structures that attract pollinators.
5. The innermost two whorls are androecium and gynoecium, they are the reproductive parts of the flower.
6. The second whorl of a flower is called petals.

Explanation of the incorrect options:

Option B:

Sepals form the outermost i.e. the first whorl of the flower.

Option C:

The carpel is a female reproductive organ that contains ovules.

Option D:

The group of stamens forms an androecium which is the innermost i.e. fourth whorl of the flower.

Final answer: The second whorl of a flower is called petals.