Which of the Following Is Not a Characteristic of the Poaceae

question 38

Multiple Choice

Which of the following is not a characteristic of the Poaceae?

• A)Leaves are alternate.
• B)Culms are hollow at the node.
• C)Leaves exhibit netlike venation.
• D)Fibrous root systems are dominate.
• E)Many have horizontal stems,such as aboveground stolons or underground rhizomes.

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Definitions:

Spit

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Wave-cut Platform

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Estuaries

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Irregular Coast

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