Match the modified stem to its correct definition Stolon Rhi

Match the modified stem to its correct definition.

Stolon

Rhizome

Tuber

Bulb

Corm

Stem succulence

Cladophyll

A simple modified stem that stores starch below ground, like a potato.

A belowground modified stem consisting of many compressed internodes with whorls of leaves surrounding and protecting the stem.

Stems that have become modified to store water and serve as a primary photosynthetic organ in desert environments.

A stem that has been modified to resemble a leaf.

A modified stem that grows horizontally below the surface of the ground.

A modified stem that grows horizontally above the surface of the ground.

A belowground modified stem for storing starch consisting of a single thick internode wrapped in papery leaves.

Solution

Stem succulence - a modified stem to store water and serve as a primary photosynthesis organ in desert environment and condition..!!

Cladophyll - I is the stem which is being modified to resemble as a leaf which can perform photosynthesis too..!! Eg:- Asparagus.

Bulb- a below ground modified stem consisting of many compressed internode with whorls of leaves surrounding and protecting the main interior middle stem.. Eg:- onion..!!

Tuber- a simple modified stem that stores starch below ground, like a potato..!!

Corm- a below ground modified stem for storing starch consisting of a single thick internode wrapped in papery leaves..!!

Rhizome - a modified stem that grows horizontally below the surface of the ground which can form adventitious roots and shoots..

Stolon - a modified stem that grows horizontal above the surface of the ground.. They are called runner..