The following points highlight the six main types of modification of aerial stems. The types are: 1. Stem Tendrils 2. Hooks 3. Stem Thorns 4. Phylloclade's 5. Cladodes 6. Thalamus. Type # 1. Stem Tendrils: Tendrils are thread-like sensitive structures which can coil around a support and help the plant in climbing. They may be branched or un-branched. Branched stem [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Dicot Root and Monocot Root. Difference # Dicot Root: 1. Cortex is comparatively narrow. 2. The epiblema, the cortex and even the endodermis are peeled off and replaced by cork. 3. Older root has a covering of cork. 4. Endodermis is less thickened and casparian strips are more prominent. 5. [...]
The upcoming discussion will update you about the differences between Dicot Stems and Monocot Stems. Difference # Dicot Stems: 1. Stomata have kidney-shaped guard cells. 2. The hypodermis is made up of collenchyma which may be green. 3. The internal tissues are arranged in concentric layers. 4. The ground tissue is differentiated into cortex, endodermis, pericycle, pith, etc. 5. The [...]