Refer to the given flow chart and select the correct option regarding P, Q, R and S.
APlant P derives nutrition from the host plant with the help of haustoria and possesses hygroscopic roots which absorb moisture directly from atmosphere.
BPlant Q possesses broad thin leaves with superficial stomata.
CPlant R possesses special leaf modifications to catch and digest insects.
DPlant S possesses stilt roots which help in aeration.
all of them are correct
Ans 1: (Master Answer)
C
In the given flow chart,P could be parasitic plant,Q could be plant in desert habitat,R could be insectivorous plant and S could be plant situated near coastline.P does not possess hygroscopic roots. They are present in some orchids to absorb moisture from atmosphere.Leaves in desert plants are either absent or reduced or they are present in the form of spines.Stilt roots are adventitious roots that arise from the lower nodes and provide extra support to the plant.They are not meant for respiration. So,options A,B and D are incorrect.