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BIO 102 Plant Reproduction, Growth, and Development Dynamics Objective Question

Question

What is the rooted plant called that provides the base and support during the grafting process?
Options
A Stock
Correct Answer
B Scion
C Graft
D Plantlet
Correct Answer

Option A is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The stock is the established, rooted plant that receives the scion. The scion is the upper part that will produce the desired fruit or flower.

Hint

This is the 'foundation' or 'host' plant.

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