Question

Which among the following is incorrect about shoot system?

• A. The portion of a plant that grows above the soil is called shoot system
• B. Aerial roots are a part of shoot system
• C. Shoot system comprises of leaves, branches, flowers and fruits
• D. The shoot system develops from plumule

Answer 1

Answer:

B. Aerial roots are a part of shoot system

• The portion of a plant that grows above the soil is called shoot system – Correct, as the shoot system includes stems and attached aerial organs above ground.

• Aerial roots are a part of shoot system – Incorrect, aerial roots are specialized roots and belong to the root system, not the shoot.

• Shoot system comprises of leaves, branches, flowers and fruits – Correct, all these are shoot system components.

• The shoot system develops from plumule – Correct, the plumule gives rise to the shoot system after seed germination.