Monocot leaves generally have:
Dorsiventral symmetry
Isobilateral symmetry
Radial symmetry
Asymmetrical
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Palisade parenchyma is present in leaves of?
Wheat
Sugarcane
Peas
Sorghum
In a monocot leaf, the bulliform cells are primarily responsible for which of the following adaptations?
Increasing the surface area for photosynthesis
Providing structural support to the leaf blade
Storing water for use during drought conditions
Rolling of the leaf during water stress
Amphistomatic leaf is
Dicotyledonous leaf
Monocotyledonous leaf
Both (a) and (b)
None of these
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.
Bulliform cells are the modification of
Abaxial epidermis cell
Adaxial epidermis cell
Mesophyll
Vascular tissue
Grass leaves curl inwards during very dry weather. Select the most appropriate reason from the following
Closure of stomata
Flaccidity of bulliform cells
Shrinkage of air spaces in spongy mesophyll
Tyloses in vessels
Which of the following features is NOT directly associated with the parallel venation pattern observed in monocot leaves?
Uniform distribution of vascular bundles throughout the leaf blade
Structural support provided by interconnected veins
Efficient water transport to all parts of the leaf
Enhanced transport of photosynthates via companion cells
Which type of cells surround stomata in grass leaves?
Subsidiary cells
Guard cells
Epidermal cells
Mesophyll cells
Desert grasses often roll their leaves due to presence of
Oily surface
Bulliform cells
Spines
None of these
The presence of bulliform cells on the upper epidermis of grass leaves allows for:
Increased photosynthetic rate
Enhanced nutrient absorption
Minimizing water loss during dry conditions
Providing structural support to the leaf
