SPECIALIZED STRUCTURE IN PLANTS

What is the primary function of rhizomes?

• Protection from predators

• Storage of nutrients

• Attraction of pollinators

• Water absorption

Which plant part does a tuber resemble?

• Leaf

• Stem

• Root

• Flower

Which of the following structures is known for its ability to store food during the dormancy period?

• Aerial roots

• Thorns

• Bulbs

• Rhizomes

Which of the following is NOT a function of aerial roots?

• Support the plant physically

• Absorb nutrients from the soil

• Absorb moisture from the air

• Help in climbing

Bulbs are primarily used for:

• Food storage

• Flower production

• Water Storage

• Seed dispersal

Which plant uses rhizomes to propagate?

• Potato

• Rose

• Tulip

• Ginger

Which of the following plants have tubers?

• Yams

• Lilies

• Roses

• Orchids

Aerial roots are most commonly found in:

• Desert Plants

• Aquatic Plants

• Tropical trees

• Temperate shrubs

Thorns serve primarily to:

• Store food

• Propagate new plants

• Attract insects

• Protect plants from herbivores

Which type of plant structure is an onion an example of?

• Rhizome

• Tuber

• Bulb

• Aerial root