In a pea flower, five petals are arranged in a specialized manner with one posterior, two lateral and two anterior. These are named as ___________, __________ and _________ respectively.
- AKeel, Wings and Standard
- BVexillum, Keel and Standard
- CKeel, Standard and Carina
- DStandard, Wings and Keel
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Correct answer: D
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Option D : Standard, Wings and Keel
In a typical pea flower, which is a type of papilionaceous flower, the petals are arranged in a specific pattern. The single large posterior petal, often larger and more visually striking than the others, is known as the 'standard' or 'banner'. The two lateral petals are referred to as 'wings'. The two anterior petals are usually fused at their edges and form a structure that looks like a boat's keel, which is why they are called the 'keel'. So, the arrangement is 'Standard, Wings and Keel'.
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