Q10 / 200 · NEET 2022 (Phase 2) · Botany

Which of the following statement is not correct?

  • A
    Rhizome is a condensed form of stem
  • B
    The apical bud in rhizome always remains above the ground
  • Correct answer
    C
    The rhizome is aerial with no distinct nodes and internodes
  • D
    The rhizome is thick, prostrate and branched

Solution

The Rhizome is underground stem modification in which nodes and internodes are distinct. The nodes contain several buds from which new plants arise. It is prostate and branched. e.g. Sugarcane, Banana, etc.

Hence, the correct answer is option: 'C'.

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