Asked by Robin Sparks on Jul 28, 2024

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Which of the following is a characteristic of monocots?

A) two cotyledons
B) leaves with netted veins
C) woody or herbaceous plants
D) flower parts in fours and fives
E) vascular bundles scattered in the stem

Monocots

refer to a group of flowering plants whose seeds typically contain one embryonic leaf, or cotyledon.

Cotyledons

Embryonic leaves in seed-bearing plants, which are the first to appear from a germinating seed and play a key role in photosynthesis and nutrient storage.

Vascular Bundles

Structures in plants that contain xylem and phloem tissues, responsible for transporting water, nutrients, and sugars.

  • Distinguish between monocotyledons and dicotyledons by examining their attributes and reproductive elements.
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Andrew CrossAug 04, 2024
Final Answer :
E
Explanation :
Monocots have scattered vascular tissue in the stem, while dicots have organized vascular tissue in a ring.