JAMB Biology 2001 Question 6

Question 6

Plant Kingdom

Most monocots are easily recognized by their

  1. A.short leaves with petioles
  2. B.long and sword -like leaves
  3. C.long and palm-like leaves
  4. D.short leaves with many veinlets.
Show the answer and explanation

Answer: B (long and sword -like leaves)

Explanation

Typical monocots like grasses and maize have long, narrow, strap- or sword-shaped leaves without petioles.