Choose the mismatched pair.
Diadelphous - Citrus
— Concept: This question tests your knowledge of floral morphology, specifically the arrangement of stamens and carpels,…Concept: This question tests your knowledge of floral morphology, specifically the arrangement of stamens and carpels, and the terminology associated with them.
Why (B) is correct: The term diadelphous refers to stamens united into two bundles. This condition is characteristic of plants like peas (Pisum sativum) and beans, where stamens are typically arranged as (9)+1. Citrus, on the other hand, exhibits polyadelphous condition, where stamens are united into more than two bundles.
Why other options are wrong:
- (A) Monoadelphous - China rose: This is a correct match. In monoadelphous condition, stamens are united into a single bundle, as seen in China rose (Hibiscus rosa-sinensis).
- (C) Syncarpous - Mustard, Tomato: This is a correct match. Syncarpous refers to a gynoecium where the carpels are fused together, which is true for Mustard and Tomato.
- (D) Staminode - Sterile stamen: This is a correct match. A staminode is a sterile or rudimentary stamen that does not produce pollen.
Common Mistake: Students often confuse the terms monoadelphous, diadelphous, and polyadelphous, especially regarding their examples.
NEET Tip: Remember the examples for each stamen condition: Monoadelphous (one bundle) = China rose; Diadelphous (two bundles) = Pea; Polyadelphous (many bundles) = Citrus.
Correct Answer: (B)
Diadelphous - Citrus