Question

Which of the following is correct about gourds?

1) Stem tendril develops from apical bud

2) Stem tendril are slender and spirally coiled

3) Stem tendril doesn’t help in climbing

4) Stem tendril develops from radicle​

Answer 1

Answer:

2) Stem tendril are slender and spirally coiled

Explanation:

Tendril is a modified stem or leaf found in some plants for support, attachments and sometimes for invasion. In some plants like grapevine and pumpkins, stem tendrils develop from axillary buds for climbing. These are slender and spirally coiled structures.

Answer 2

Answer:

Correct option 2

Explanation:

• The stem tendril are generally formed by the axillary buds.
• The spirally coiled helps them to climb over the tree.
• Tendril  is the modified stem of the plant, It is developed after few days when the plant is build.
• It helps the plant to grew quickly and also helps the plant to make strong coil.

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