Rice Flashcards

(27 cards)

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What is a simple leaf?

A

A simple leaf is a leaf that has a single blade or lamina.

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What is a compound leaf?

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A compound leaf is a leaf that consists of multiple leaflets attached to a single petiole.

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True or False: A simple leaf can have lobes.

A

True

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What is the main structural difference between simple and compound leaves?

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Simple leaves have one blade, while compound leaves have multiple leaflets.

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5
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Fill in the blank: The __________ of a simple leaf refers to its single, undivided blade.

A

lamina

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6
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Give an example of a plant with simple leaves.

A

Maple tree.

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Give an example of a plant with compound leaves.

A

Rose bush.

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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is NOT a type of compound leaf? A) Pinnate B) Palmate C) Lobed D) Bipinnate

A

C) Lobed

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True or False: Compound leaves can have a petiole.

A

True

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10
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What is a leaflet?

A

A leaflet is a small blade that makes up a compound leaf.

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Fill in the blank: A leaf that is divided into several distinct parts is called a __________ leaf.

A

compound

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What is the term for the stalk that attaches a leaf to the stem?

A

Petiole

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Multiple Choice: Which type of leaf typically has a more complex structure? A) Simple leaf B) Compound leaf

A

B) Compound leaf

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14
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True or False: Simple leaves can have multiple petioles.

A

False

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15
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What is the function of leaflets in a compound leaf?

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Leaflets increase surface area for photosynthesis.

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Fill in the blank: The arrangement of leaflets in a compound leaf can be __________ or palmate.

17
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Short Answer: What is one advantage of having a compound leaf structure?

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It allows for better light capture and reduces the risk of damage from wind.

18
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Multiple Choice: Which of the following is a characteristic of simple leaves? A) Divided into leaflets B) Single blade C) Multiple petioles D) None of the above

A

B) Single blade

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True or False: All leaves are either simple or compound.

20
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What is the main advantage of simple leaves over compound leaves?

A

Simplicity in structure and reduced energy for development.

21
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Fill in the blank: The __________ of a leaf is the part that connects it to the stem.

22
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Short Answer: Describe one key visual difference between simple and compound leaves.

A

Simple leaves have a single, undivided blade, while compound leaves have multiple leaflets.

23
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Multiple Choice: Which leaf type is more common in flowering plants? A) Simple leaves B) Compound leaves

A

A) Simple leaves

24
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True or False: Compound leaves can help in reducing water loss.

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What is the botanical term for a leaf that is divided into lobes but is still considered simple?
Lobed leaf
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Fill in the blank: The __________ leaf structure is typically more efficient for photosynthesis in dense canopies.
compound
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