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BOT 102 BOT 102 Review Objective Question

Question

The innermost whorl of a typical flower, composed of one or more carpels, is called the:
Options
A Calyx
B Corolla
C Androecium
D Gynoecium
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

The Gynoecium (pistil) is the female reproductive whorl, composed of one or more carpels. The Calyx is the outermost (sepals), Corolla is the petals, and Androecium is the male reproductive whorl (stamens).

Hint

Remember the order of floral whorls from outside to inside.

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