NTA Abhyas NEET2020BotanyPlant KingdomPractice
Which of the following statements is incorrect for gymnosperm?
Options
- ALeaves may be simple or compound
- BIn Cycas, the pinnate leaves persist for a many years
- CThick cuticle and sunken stomata of needle-like leaves also help to reduce water loss
- DIn conifers, the needle-like leaves reduce the surface area
Correct answer
B. In Cycas, the pinnate leaves persist for a many years
Step-by-step solution
In Gymnosperms, leaves are either simple or compound. In some gymnosperms like Cycas, the pinnate leaves persist for a few years. Leaves of gymnosperms are well-adapted for adverse conditions like to withstand extremes of temperature, humidity, and wind, etc. In conifers, like Pinus, the needle-like leaves reduce the surface area. Their thick cuticle and sunken stomata also help to reduce water loss.