Question
Biology Question on sexual reproduction in flowering plants
Among the terms listed below, those that are not technically correct names for a floral whorl are (i) Androecium (ii) Carpel (iii) Corolla (iv) Sepal.
A
(i) and (iv)
B
(iii) and (iv)
C
(ii) and (iv)
D
(i) and (ii)
Answer
(ii) and (iv)
Explanation
Solution
The technically correct terms for the floral whorls are (from outermost to innermost) calyx, corolla, androecium and gynoecium. They are made up of sepals, petals, stamens and carpels respectively.