Match the Following Modified Stems with Their Descriptions

question 15

Essay

Match the following modified stems with their descriptions.
a.bulbs
b.tubers
c.cladodes
d.rhizomes
e.stolons
-thickened portions of underground stolons

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Definitions:

Founder Effect

A reduction in genetic variation that occurs when a new population is established by a very small number of individuals from a larger population.

Isolated Populations

Groups of organisms that are separated from exchanging genetic material with other organisms of the same species, often leading to speciation.

Antibiotic-resistant Genes

Genes in bacteria that confer resistance to antibiotics, making infections difficult to treat.

Cassette

In genetics, a segment of DNA that contains a gene or genes, often used in genetic engineering to insert new genes into organisms.