Inflorescence Types || Racemose, Cymose, Mixed, Specialized
TABLE OF CONTENTS: Inflorescence DefinitionInflorescence TypesI. Solitary InflorescenceII. Racemose InflorescenceA. Simple Racemose Inflorescence01. Typical Raceme02. Spike03. Spikelet04. Catkin or Amentum05. Spadix06. Corymb07. Corymbose Raceme08. Umbel09. Capitulum or Racemose HeadB. Compound Racemose Inflorescence01. Panicle / Compound Raceme (raceme of racemes) 02. Compound Corymb (corymb of corymbs)03. Compound Umbel (umbel of umbels) 04. Compound Spike (spike of…
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TABLE OF CONTENTS: Inflorescence DefinitionInflorescence TypesI. Solitary InflorescenceII. Racemose InflorescenceA. Simple Racemose Inflorescence01. Typical Raceme02. Spike03. Spikelet04. Catkin or Amentum05. Spadix06. Corymb07. Corymbose Raceme08. Umbel09. Capitulum or Racemose HeadB. Compound Racemose Inflorescence01. Panicle / Compound Raceme (raceme of racemes) 02. Compound Corymb (corymb of corymbs)03. Compound Umbel (umbel of umbels) 04. Compound Spike (spike of…
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Reproduction in Plants : Sexual and Asexual reproduction
In this tutorial, we had described reproduction in plants by means of sexual and asexual reproduction. TABLE OF CONTENTS: WHAT IS A REPRODUCTION?Characteristic Features of ReproductionPurpose of ReproductionModes of ReproductionASEXUAL REPRODUCTIONAsexual Reproduction DefinitionOccurrenceBasic Features of Asexual ReproductionVegetative Propagation in Angiosperms■ Methods of Natural Vegetative Propagation1. Vegetative Propagation by Roots2. Vegetative Propagation by Stem3. Vegetative Propagation…
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In this tutorial, we had described reproduction in plants by means of sexual and asexual reproduction. TABLE OF CONTENTS: WHAT IS A REPRODUCTION?Characteristic Features of ReproductionPurpose of ReproductionModes of ReproductionASEXUAL REPRODUCTIONAsexual Reproduction DefinitionOccurrenceBasic Features of Asexual ReproductionVegetative Propagation in Angiosperms■ Methods of Natural Vegetative Propagation1. Vegetative Propagation by Roots2. Vegetative Propagation by Stem3. Vegetative Propagation…
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What is Parthenocarpy And Parthenocarpic Fruits
TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Parthenocarpy■ Parthenocarpy Example■ Practical Applications of Parthenocarpy ■ How does parthenocarpy differ from agamospermy? What is Parthenocarpy In some plants, fruits are formed without fertilisation. Development of fruits without fertilization is called parthenocarpy i.e., the phenomenon of development of ovary into the fruit without the act of fertilisation. Such fruits…
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TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Parthenocarpy■ Parthenocarpy Example■ Practical Applications of Parthenocarpy ■ How does parthenocarpy differ from agamospermy? What is Parthenocarpy In some plants, fruits are formed without fertilisation. Development of fruits without fertilization is called parthenocarpy i.e., the phenomenon of development of ovary into the fruit without the act of fertilisation. Such fruits…
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What is Apomixis and What is its Importance in Plants?
In this tutorial, we have discussed “What is apomixis and what is its Importance in plants?” TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is ApomixisApomixis Example01. Vegetative Propagation02. Agamospermy(i). Adventive Embryony(ii). Recurrent Apomixis or Recurrent Agamospermy(iii). Non-recurrent Agamospermy(iv). Apospory(v). Apogamy(vi). DiplosporyImportance of Apomixis What is Apomixis The formation of new individuals through the normal process of sexual reproduction…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed “What is apomixis and what is its Importance in plants?” TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is ApomixisApomixis Example01. Vegetative Propagation02. Agamospermy(i). Adventive Embryony(ii). Recurrent Apomixis or Recurrent Agamospermy(iii). Non-recurrent Agamospermy(iv). Apospory(v). Apogamy(vi). DiplosporyImportance of Apomixis What is Apomixis The formation of new individuals through the normal process of sexual reproduction…
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What is Polyembryony and its Significance in Plants
TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is PolyembryonyTypes of Polyembryony01. True Polyembryony2. False Polyembryony(i). Embryo from Zygote or Cleavage PolyembryonySignificance of Polyembryony What is Polyembryony Polyembryony is the phenomenon of the development of more than one embryo in a seed. It was discovered by Leeuwenhoek in 1729 in Orange. The embryos resulting from the same egg ensure…
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TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is PolyembryonyTypes of Polyembryony01. True Polyembryony2. False Polyembryony(i). Embryo from Zygote or Cleavage PolyembryonySignificance of Polyembryony What is Polyembryony Polyembryony is the phenomenon of the development of more than one embryo in a seed. It was discovered by Leeuwenhoek in 1729 in Orange. The embryos resulting from the same egg ensure…
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What is Pollination? Definition, Types, Agents, Significance
TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is PollinationTypes of Pollination01. Self Pollination(i) Autogamy(a) Homogamy(b) Cleistogamy(ii) Geitonogamy02. Cross Pollination (Xenogamy or Allogamy)Adaptations or Contrivances to Ensure Cross Pollination (Outbreeding Devices)Agents of Pollination1. Anemophily or Wind Pollination 2. Hydrophily or Water Pollination(i) Epihydrophily(ii) Hypohydrophily3. Entomophily or Insect Pollination4. Ornithophily or Pollination by Birds5. Chiropterophily or pollination by BatsSignificance of…
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TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is PollinationTypes of Pollination01. Self Pollination(i) Autogamy(a) Homogamy(b) Cleistogamy(ii) Geitonogamy02. Cross Pollination (Xenogamy or Allogamy)Adaptations or Contrivances to Ensure Cross Pollination (Outbreeding Devices)Agents of Pollination1. Anemophily or Wind Pollination 2. Hydrophily or Water Pollination(i) Epihydrophily(ii) Hypohydrophily3. Entomophily or Insect Pollination4. Ornithophily or Pollination by Birds5. Chiropterophily or pollination by BatsSignificance of…
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Different Types of Fruits in Biology & its Importance
In this tutorial, we have discussed different types of fruits in biology and their significance. TABLE OF CONTENTS: WHAT ARE FRUITSTYPES OF FRUITSI. Simple FruitsA. Simple Dry Fruits1. Achenial / Indehiscent Fruits(i) Achene(ii) Caryopsis(iii) Cypsela(iv) Nut(v) Samara2. Capsular / Dehiscent Fruits(i) Legume or Pod(ii) Follicle(iii) Siliqua(iv) Silicula(v) Capsule(a) Loculicidal Capsule(b) Septifragal Capsule(c) Porocidal Capsule(d) Pyxidium…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed different types of fruits in biology and their significance. TABLE OF CONTENTS: WHAT ARE FRUITSTYPES OF FRUITSI. Simple FruitsA. Simple Dry Fruits1. Achenial / Indehiscent Fruits(i) Achene(ii) Caryopsis(iii) Cypsela(iv) Nut(v) Samara2. Capsular / Dehiscent Fruits(i) Legume or Pod(ii) Follicle(iii) Siliqua(iv) Silicula(v) Capsule(a) Loculicidal Capsule(b) Septifragal Capsule(c) Porocidal Capsule(d) Pyxidium…
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Why Seed Dispersal is important? Agents of Seed Dispersal
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘why seed dispersal is important?’ ‘Different agents of seed dispersal’ etc. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Seed Dispersal?Why Seed Dispersal is Important?Agents of Seed Dispersal1. Dispersal of Seeds and Fruits by Wind (or Anemochory)(i) Light and Minute Seeds(ii) Wings(iii) Parachute Mechanism(iv) Censer Mechanism2. Dispersal of Seeds and Fruits by…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘why seed dispersal is important?’ ‘Different agents of seed dispersal’ etc. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is Seed Dispersal?Why Seed Dispersal is Important?Agents of Seed Dispersal1. Dispersal of Seeds and Fruits by Wind (or Anemochory)(i) Light and Minute Seeds(ii) Wings(iii) Parachute Mechanism(iv) Censer Mechanism2. Dispersal of Seeds and Fruits by…
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What is Transpiration in Plants?
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘what is transpiration in plants‘, ‘type of transpiration‘, ‘Mechanism of transpiration‘ etc. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Transpiration DefinitionDemonstration of TranspirationTypes of Transpiration1. Stomatal Transpiration2. Cuticular Transpiration3. Lenticular TranspirationStructure of the Stomatal ApparatusMechanism of TranspirationMechanism of Stomatal Movement1. Hypothesis of Guard Cells Photosynthesis2. Starch-Sugar Hypothesis (Classical hypothesis)3. Malate or K+ ion Pump…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘what is transpiration in plants‘, ‘type of transpiration‘, ‘Mechanism of transpiration‘ etc. TABLE OF CONTENTS: Transpiration DefinitionDemonstration of TranspirationTypes of Transpiration1. Stomatal Transpiration2. Cuticular Transpiration3. Lenticular TranspirationStructure of the Stomatal ApparatusMechanism of TranspirationMechanism of Stomatal Movement1. Hypothesis of Guard Cells Photosynthesis2. Starch-Sugar Hypothesis (Classical hypothesis)3. Malate or K+ ion Pump…
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What is Lichen? Component, Structure, Economic Importance
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘what is lichen’, ‘components of the lichen’, ‘structure of lichens’, ‘lichen examples with their economic importance’ and many more. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is LichenThe components of the lichenOccurrence of LichensStructure of Lichens■ Internal Structure■ Special Structures of Lichen ThallusReproduction of LichensNature of the relationship between Algal and Fungal…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘what is lichen’, ‘components of the lichen’, ‘structure of lichens’, ‘lichen examples with their economic importance’ and many more. TABLE OF CONTENTS: What is LichenThe components of the lichenOccurrence of LichensStructure of Lichens■ Internal Structure■ Special Structures of Lichen ThallusReproduction of LichensNature of the relationship between Algal and Fungal…
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Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration in Plants
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration in Plants‘. The common pathway of aerobic respiration consists of three steps – glycolysis, Krebs cycle, and terminal oxidation. — All the cellular activities are grouped into two categories: anabolism (biosynthetic activities of the cell) and catabolism (breaking up processes of the cell). — The…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration in Plants‘. The common pathway of aerobic respiration consists of three steps – glycolysis, Krebs cycle, and terminal oxidation. — All the cellular activities are grouped into two categories: anabolism (biosynthetic activities of the cell) and catabolism (breaking up processes of the cell). — The…
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Role of Microbes in Human Welfare
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Role of Microbes in Human Welfare‘. TABLE OF CONTENTS: WHAT ARE MICROBESMICROBES IN HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS■ DAIRY PRODUCTSi. Curdii. Yoghurtiii. Butter Milkiv. Sour Creamv. Cheese■ DOUGH FOR MAKING FOOD ITEMS■ SINGLE CELL PROTEINS (SCP)■ OTHER HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTSMICROBES IN INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS■ FERMENTED BEVERAGES(i) Batch culture(ii) Continuous culture(iii) Fed batch culture■ ANTIBIOTICS■…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Role of Microbes in Human Welfare‘. TABLE OF CONTENTS: WHAT ARE MICROBESMICROBES IN HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTS■ DAIRY PRODUCTSi. Curdii. Yoghurtiii. Butter Milkiv. Sour Creamv. Cheese■ DOUGH FOR MAKING FOOD ITEMS■ SINGLE CELL PROTEINS (SCP)■ OTHER HOUSEHOLD PRODUCTSMICROBES IN INDUSTRIAL PRODUCTS■ FERMENTED BEVERAGES(i) Batch culture(ii) Continuous culture(iii) Fed batch culture■ ANTIBIOTICS■…
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Example of Biofertilizers, Organic & Chemical Fertilizers
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Type and Example of Biofertilizers, Organic & Chemical Fertilizers‘. WHAT ARE FERTILIZERS? ► DEFINITION: Fertilizers are commercially produced synthetic chemicals added to the soil to maintain its fertility and have sustained plant growth. Since they are produced synthetically from inorganic material artificially, they do have some harmful acids which reduce…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Type and Example of Biofertilizers, Organic & Chemical Fertilizers‘. WHAT ARE FERTILIZERS? ► DEFINITION: Fertilizers are commercially produced synthetic chemicals added to the soil to maintain its fertility and have sustained plant growth. Since they are produced synthetically from inorganic material artificially, they do have some harmful acids which reduce…
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Transportation in Plants || Means of Transport
— Plants like other living organisms, i.e., humans and animals, also need to transport various types of substances such as gases, minerals, water, hormones, food, and organic solutes to short as well as long distances. All this transport takes place in absence of interstitial fluid as well as a regular circulation system. — Transportation in…
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— Plants like other living organisms, i.e., humans and animals, also need to transport various types of substances such as gases, minerals, water, hormones, food, and organic solutes to short as well as long distances. All this transport takes place in absence of interstitial fluid as well as a regular circulation system. — Transportation in…
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Origin of Life (Biopoiesis) and Origin of Universe
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Origin of Life (Biopoiesis) and Origin of Universe’ including ‘What is Living’, ‘Living and Nonliving‘ and many theories. ► Read More: Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration in Plants ► Read More: What is ATP in Biology: Structure, Phosphorylation, Function ► Read More: Angiosperm Plant Families and their Floral Formula ► Read More: Stem…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘Origin of Life (Biopoiesis) and Origin of Universe’ including ‘What is Living’, ‘Living and Nonliving‘ and many theories. ► Read More: Aerobic and Anaerobic Respiration in Plants ► Read More: What is ATP in Biology: Structure, Phosphorylation, Function ► Read More: Angiosperm Plant Families and their Floral Formula ► Read More: Stem…
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What is Life? Definition & Characteristics of Life
In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘What is Life?‘ along with ‘Definition & Characteristics of Life’. ► Read More: Origin of Life (Biopoiesis) and Origin of Universe ► Read More: Role of Microbes in Human Welfare ► Read More: Example of Biofertilizers, Organic & Chemical Fertilizers ► Read More: Biological Classification || Five Kingdom of Classification TABLE OF CONTENTS:…
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In this tutorial, we have discussed ‘What is Life?‘ along with ‘Definition & Characteristics of Life’. ► Read More: Origin of Life (Biopoiesis) and Origin of Universe ► Read More: Role of Microbes in Human Welfare ► Read More: Example of Biofertilizers, Organic & Chemical Fertilizers ► Read More: Biological Classification || Five Kingdom of Classification TABLE OF CONTENTS:…
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What is Plant Tissue Culture & Application in Modern Science
In this tutorial, we have explained ‘What is Plant Tissue Culture & Application in Modern Science’. ► Read More: Angiosperm Plant Families and their Floral Formula ► Read More: What is Mycorrhizae? Types and Importance in Biology ► Read More: What is Lichen? Component, Structure, Economic Importance ► Read More: Origin of Life (Biopoiesis) and Origin of Universe…
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In this tutorial, we have explained ‘What is Plant Tissue Culture & Application in Modern Science’. ► Read More: Angiosperm Plant Families and their Floral Formula ► Read More: What is Mycorrhizae? Types and Importance in Biology ► Read More: What is Lichen? Component, Structure, Economic Importance ► Read More: Origin of Life (Biopoiesis) and Origin of Universe…
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What is Algae? Definition, Classification, Examples
In this tutorial, we have defined ‘What is Algae?‘ and explored ‘Classification of fungi‘, ‘Economic Importance of algae’, etc. DIVISION THALLOPHYTA Thallophyta (Gk. thallos – undifferentiated, phyton – plant) was first introduced by Endlicher (1836). It comprises the simplest plants which possess undifferentiated or thallus like form, reproductive organs single celled non-jacketed called gametangia; embryo stage,…
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In this tutorial, we have defined ‘What is Algae?‘ and explored ‘Classification of fungi‘, ‘Economic Importance of algae’, etc. DIVISION THALLOPHYTA Thallophyta (Gk. thallos – undifferentiated, phyton – plant) was first introduced by Endlicher (1836). It comprises the simplest plants which possess undifferentiated or thallus like form, reproductive organs single celled non-jacketed called gametangia; embryo stage,…
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What is Plant Breeding and Genetics for Crop Improvement
In this tutorial, we have defined ‘What is Plant Breeding and Genetics for Crop Improvement‘ based on the following topics: 01. Improvement in crop variety 02. Management of crop production 03. Management of crop protection ► Read More: What is Algae? Definition, Classification, Examples ► Read More: What is Plant Tissue Culture & Application in Modern Science…
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In this tutorial, we have defined ‘What is Plant Breeding and Genetics for Crop Improvement‘ based on the following topics: 01. Improvement in crop variety 02. Management of crop production 03. Management of crop protection ► Read More: What is Algae? Definition, Classification, Examples ► Read More: What is Plant Tissue Culture & Application in Modern Science…
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