Manipal Medical Manipal Medical Solved Paper-2009

  • question_answer
    In Duranta, the nature ofvasculated defensive structures represent the modification of

    A)  axillary bud as in Bougainvillea

    B)  terminal bud as in Carissa

    C)  stipules as in Acacia

    D)  apical bud as in Artabotrys

    Correct Answer: A

    Solution :

     Thorns are deep-seated outgrowths present as modified stem structures, possessing vascular cylinder surrounded by bark. In Duranta and Bougainvillea, thorns are the modification of axillary buds.


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