Asked by James Brainard on Jun 04, 2024

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Which structures comprise the outermost whorl of a flower?

A) sepals
B) petals
C) anthers
D) pistils
E) stamens

Whorl

A pattern in which leaves, petals, or other plant parts are arranged in a circular fashion around a central axis.

Sepals

Sepals are the often green, leaf-like parts of a flower that protect the developing bud.

Flower

Specialized reproductive shoot of a flowering plant (angiosperm).

  • Explain the anatomical parts of flowers and their functions in reproduction.
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Flavio EscalanteJun 07, 2024
Final Answer :
A
Explanation :
Sepals make up the outermost whorl of a flower, serving as protection for the flower bud before it opens.