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Which of the following accurately distinguishes a corm from a bulb, as described in the notes?
Options
A A corm is an underground horizontal stem, while a bulb is a swollen underground stem for storage.
B A corm is a short, vertical, swollen underground stem, whereas a bulb has a short stem surrounded by fleshy storage leaves.
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C A corm has eyes (nodes with buds), while a bulb lacks such features.
D A corm is an above-ground horizontal stem, while a bulb is an underground vertical stem.
Correct Answer

Option B is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Section 9.3 Stem modifications describes: "Corm — short, vertical, swollen underground stem, e.g., cocoyam." and "Bulb — short stem surrounded by fleshy storage leaves, e.g., onion."

Hint

Recall the specific examples provided for each, like cocoyam for corm and onion for bulb, and visualize their structure.

Question Info

Course: BOT 102
Topic: BOT 102 Review
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 385 of 769
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