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Question

Given below are two statements:

Statement I: In a floral formula ⊕ stands for zygomorphic nature of the flower, and $\underline{G}$ stands for inferior ovary.

Statement II: In a floral formula ⊕ stands for actinomorphic nature of the flower and $\underline{G}$ stands for superior ovary.

In the light of the above statements, choose the correct Ans. from the options given below:

Options

A.Both Statement I and Statement II are correct
B.Both Statement I and Statement II are incorrect
C.Statement I is correct but Statement II is incorrect
D.Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

Solution

The floral formula symbol ⊕ is used for actinomorphic flower, while % is used for zygomorphic flower.

The symbol G represents gynoecium and $\underline{G}$ symbol represent superior ovary, while inferior ovary is represented by $\overline{G}$.

Thus, statement I is incorrect and Statement II is correct.

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