NEETBotanyMorphology of Flowering Plants
Match List-I with List-II regarding the position of floral parts on the thalamus and select the correct option. List-I (Flower type) List-II (Example) A. Hypogynous I. Rose B. Perigynous II. Guava C. Epigynous III. Brinjal
Options
- AA-III, B-II, C-I
- BA-II, B-I, C-III
- CA-III, B-I, C-II
- DA-I, B-III, C-II
Correct answer
C. A-III, B-I, C-II
Step-by-step solution
Based on the position of calyx, corolla, and androecium in respect of the ovary on the thalamus, flowers are described as hypogynous, perigynous, and epigynous. A. Hypogynous flower: The gynoecium occupies the highest position while the other parts are situated below it. The ovary is superior. Examples: mustard, china rose, and brinjal. (A matches III) B. Perigynous flower: The gynoecium is situated in the centre and other parts of the flower are located on the rim of the thalamus almost at the same level. The ovar