NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyMorphology of Flowering PlantsPractice
Which of the following statement is correct about a leaf?
Options
- AIt has originated from root apical meristem.
- BIt is arranged in basipetal order.
- CIt arises from axillary bud.
- DIt bears a bud in its axil.
Correct answer
D. It bears a bud in its axil.
Step-by-step solution
Leaf originates from shoot apical meristem and is arranged in acropetal manner, in which young leaves are present towards apex and mature leaves are present towards base. A bud develops from axil of leaf and is known as axillary bud.