I. Sunflower seed
II. A wheat leaf
III. Pea plant
IV. Leaf blade of grass
Bulliform cells are present in which of the above plants?
I and II
II and III
III and IV
II and IV
Related Questions
Bulliform cells in monocot leaves are responsible for:
Photosynthesis
Transpiration
Storage of water
Rolling and unrolling of leaves
In certain monocot species adapted to arid environments, the presence of a thick cuticle and sunken stomata are crucial adaptations. Relate these features to the overall function of the monocot leaf in such environments.
They enhance light absorption for increased photosynthetic rates.
They provide structural support to withstand strong winds.
They minimize water loss while maintaining essential gas exchange for photosynthesis.
They store excess water for use during periods of drought.
In grasses, the guard cells are
dumbbell-shaped
kidney-bean shaped
rectangular
spherical
Which of the following best explains why grass leaves curl inwards under drought conditions?
Increased sunlight reflection
Enhanced carbon dioxide uptake
Protection from insect damage
Reduction of transpiration rate
Under which environmental condition would bulliform cells be most likely to cause a grass leaf to roll inwards?
High humidity
Low light intensity
Cold temperatures
Hot, dry conditions
How does the inward curling of leaves benefit grasses in arid environments?
Increases light absorption for photosynthesis
Improves nutrient uptake from the soil
Protects against herbivore grazing
Reduces water loss through transpiration
If a grass plant's leaves are observed to be curled inwards, what can be inferred about the environmental conditions?
The environment is excessively humid
The environment has high salinity
The environment is experiencing strong winds
The environment is likely dry or arid
Bulliform cells in grasses are primarily responsible for:
Rolling and unrolling of leaves
Nutrient transport
Photosynthesis
Support and rigidity
Generally the silica is deposited on the free sides of
Dorsiventral leaves
Monocotyledonous leaves
Isobilateral leaves
Both (b) and (c )
Bulliform cells are the modification of
Abaxial epidermis cell
Adaxial epidermis cell
Mesophyll
Vascular tissue
