Question

Correctly match the carnivorous plants (Group I) with the organs (Group II) they modify to trap the prey:

• A. P-1, Q-2, R-3, S-1
• B. P-1, Q-1, R-1, S-1
• C. P-2, Q-2, R-2, S-2
• D. P-2, Q-4, R-1, S-1

Hint:

Carnivorous plants modify their leaves or stems to form structures that trap prey. These adaptations are essential for their survival in nutrient-poor environments.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

Let’s analyze the matching between the carnivorous plants and their modified organs:
- (P) Pitcher plant (Nepenthes): The pitcher plant modifies its leaf into a pitcher-shaped structure, which it uses to trap prey. Hence, the correct match for P is \( P-1 \).
- (Q) Bladderwort (Utricularia): Bladderworts have modified leaves in the form of small bladders that trap prey. Thus, the correct match for Q is \( Q-1 \).
- (R) Sundew (Drosera): Sundew plants have modified leaves covered in glandular hairs that secrete sticky substances to trap prey. Hence, the correct match for R is \( R-1 \).
- (S) Venus flytrap (Dionaea): The Venus flytrap modifies its leaf into a structure with hinged lobes that trap insects. Hence, the correct match for S is \( S-1 \).
Thus, the correct answer is (B).