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NEET BIOLOGYMorphology of Flowering PlantsMedium

Question

The correct floral formula of soybean is:

A

% ⚥ K5 C1+2+(2) A(9)+1 G1

B

% ⚥ K(5) C1+2+(2) A(9)+1 G1

C

% ⚥ K(5) C1+2+(2) A1+(9) G1

D

⊕ ⚥ K(5) C(5) A(5) G(2)

Step-by-Step Solution

Soybean (Glycine max) belongs to the family Fabaceae . According to the source material, the floral formula for this family is characterized by:

  1. Symmetry: Zygomorphic, represented by the symbol % .
  2. Sexuality: Bisexual, represented by ⚥ .
  3. Calyx: Five sepals which are united (gamosepalous), denoted as K(5) .
  4. Corolla: Five petals showing vexillary aestivation (one standard, two wings, and two fused keels), denoted as C1+2+(2) .
  5. Androecium: Ten stamens in a diadelphous (9+1) arrangement, where nine filaments are fused into one bundle and one remains free, denoted as A(9)+1 .
  6. Gynoecium: Monocarpellary with a superior ovary, denoted as G1 .

Exam Context & Concepts Covered

This question aligns with the NEET BIOLOGY syllabus, specifically targeting concepts from Morphology of Flowering Plants. Mastering this topic is crucial for scoring well in the upcoming medical entrance examinations. Solving conceptually related problems will help you understand the nuances of these concepts and improve your problem-solving speed.

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