16. The outermost whorl of a flower, which protects the flower during bud stage, is called:
a) Petals
b) Sepals
c) Stamens
d) Carpels
Answer: b) Sepals
17. In plants, the process of seed dispersal helps in:
a) Preventing overcrowding
b) Ensuring genetic variation
c) Promoting growth
d) All of the above
Answer: d) All of the above
18. Which of the following is an example of an asexual method of reproduction in plants?
a) Seed formation
b) Pollination
c) Cutting
d) Fertilization
Answer: c) Cutting
19. The process of water loss in plants through specialized structures in leaves is called:
a) Pollination
b) Fertilization
c) Germination
d) Transpiration
Answer: d) Transpiration
20. The male reproductive part of a flower consists of:
a) Stigma and style
b) Petals and sepals
c) Stamens and carpels
d) Anthers and filaments
Answer: d) Anthers and filaments
