ICSE Class 8 Answered
1. Differences between vegetative propagation and artificial propagation:
Vegetative propagation |
Artificial propagation |
Refers to the natural development of a new plant without human intervention |
Refers to the artificial development of a new plant through human intervention |
Occurs naturally in plants |
Occurs under the influence of humans |
Occurs through roots, bulbs, corms, tubers, suckers, rhizomes and runners |
Occurs through budding, grafting, layering, cutting and tissue culture |
2. Differences between calyx and corolla:
Calyx |
Corolla |
Made of sepals |
Made of petals |
Usually green in colour |
Usually brightly coloured |
Smaller in size |
Comparatively larger in size |
Main function is photosynthesis |
Main function is pollination |