Skip to content
Exercise · Q8

Q.Differentiate between Dicotyledonae and Monocotyledonae based on the following characters:

(a) Type of roots
(b) Venation in the leaves
(c) Symmetry of flower
Maharashtra MsbshseTextbookSubjectiveImportance★★★★★est
33% · 8/24 Questions
🔒 Locked · start free trial →

You're viewing a preview — the full solution, concept, methods & PYQ mapping are locked.

Start your 14-day free trial to unlock the full solution →
  1. Type of roots. Dicotyledonae have a tap root system, developing from the persistent primary root (e.g. Helianthus, Hibiscus). Monocotyledonae have an adventitious root system, where the short-lived primary root is replaced by roots arising from the base of the stem (e.g. Zea mays).
  2. Venation in the leaves. Dicot leaves show reticulate (net-like) venation, with veins branching in a network. Monocot leaves show parallel venation, with veins running side by side along the length of the leaf. …
Start your 14-day free trial to unlock the full solution →

Unlock everything free for 14 days

  • Full step-by-step solutions
  • Concept-first explanations
  • Methods, shortcuts & mistakes
  • PYQ mapping + timed mock tests
Start 14-day free trial →See Plans & Pricing →

Full access for 14 days. No credit card required.

←Previous question · 3.4Q7 — Complete the following table about the three groups of algae: Groups o…→Next question · 3.4Q9 — We observe that land becomes barren soon after monsoon. But in the nex…