Question:

Which one of the following plants does not show plasticity?

Updated On: Jun 23, 2024
  • Cotton
  • Coriander
  • Buttercup
  • Maize
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The Correct Option is D

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Plasticity is the ability of the plant to adjust to a particular environment by altering the rate of growth, development, and metabolism. For example, heterophylly in cotton, coriander, larkspur and buttercup. Maize does not show plasticity.
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