Question Detail

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

Question

Which of the following is an example of 'Development' rather than 'Growth' in a plant?
Options
A Cell enlargement
B Increase in fresh weight
C Flowering
Correct Answer
D Cell division
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Flowering is a qualitative change in state (development). Cell division and enlargement represent quantitative increases (growth).

Hint

Look for a change in 'what' the plant is doing, not just how 'big' it is.

Question Info