01 Plant Types & Evolution

Question 1

Two types of angiosperms

Answer 1

1) Monocots
2) Dicots

Question 2

Monocot characteristics

Answer 2

MONO means ONE
Seed leaves: One cotyledon
Veins in leaves: Usually parallel (straight)
Stems: scattered
Roots: layered, in a ring
Flower parts: multiples of 3
Presence of wood: No
Root system: Fibrous

Question 3

Dicot characteristics

Answer 3

Seed leaves: Two cotyledon
Veins in leaves: Usually net-llike
Stems: in a ring
Roots: layers, star shape in centre
Flower parts: multiples of 4 or 5
Presence of wood: Yes
Root system: Taproot