Tree Leaves - Tip Test
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The leaf tip is the highest part of a leaf and is located opposite of the petiole. The test has unlimited number of attempts to help in the learning an test-taking process. It generates different questions for every attempt.
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- 1.
What is the name of leaf tip (a)?
- A.
Retuse
- B.
Mucronate
- C.
Cuspidate
- D.
Acuminate
Correct Answer
D. AcuminateExplanation
Acuminate is the correct answer because it refers to the leaf tip that tapers to a long, narrow point. This term is commonly used to describe leaves that have a sharp and pointed tip, which allows them to efficiently penetrate surfaces. The other options, such as Retuse, Mucronate, and Cuspidate, do not accurately describe the leaf tip in question.Rate this question:
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- 2.
What is the name of leaf tip "b"
- A.
Acuminate
- B.
Acute
- C.
Acute-cordate
- D.
Emarginate
Correct Answer
B. AcuteExplanation
The leaf tip "b" is called acute. Acute leaf tips are pointed and come to a sharp point. They are opposite to obtuse leaf tips, which are rounded or blunt. Acute leaf tips are commonly found in various plant species and can help in identifying different types of leaves.Rate this question:
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- 3.
What is the name of leaf tip "c"?
- A.
Acute
- B.
Emarginate
- C.
Obtuse
- D.
Obcordate
Correct Answer
C. ObtuseExplanation
The leaf tip "c" is called obtuse.Rate this question:
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- 4.
Leaf tip "d" is called cuspidate.
- A.
True
- B.
False
Correct Answer
B. FalseExplanation
The statement is false because leaf tip "d" is not called cuspidate.Rate this question:
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- 5.
What is leaf tip "d" called?
- A.
Cuspidate
- B.
Obtuse
- C.
Truncate
- D.
Mucronate
Correct Answer
C. TruncateExplanation
Truncate is the correct answer because it refers to a leaf tip that is squared off or abruptly cut off, forming a flat end. This term is used to describe the shape of the leaf tip.Rate this question:
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- 6.
What is the name of leaf tip "e"?
- A.
Acuminate
- B.
Acute
- C.
Emarginate
- D.
Obcordate
Correct Answer
C. EmarginateExplanation
The correct answer is "Emarginate." Emarginate refers to a leaf tip that has a shallow notch or indentation at the apex. This can create a slightly indented or notched appearance, giving the leaf tip a distinct shape. Acuminate refers to a leaf tip that tapers to a long, slender point. Acute refers to a leaf tip that tapers to a sharp point. Obcordate refers to a leaf tip that is heart-shaped with the notch at the base. Therefore, the correct answer is Emarginate.Rate this question:
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- 7.
What is the name of leaf tip "g"? (Please enter your answer in lower case letters.)
Correct Answer
cuspidateExplanation
The correct answer is "cuspidate" because cuspidate is a term used to describe a leaf tip that ends in a sharp, pointed tip resembling a cusp or a tooth. It is a common botanical term used to describe the shape of certain leaf tips.Rate this question:
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What is the name of leaf tip "f"? (Please enter your answer in all lower case letters.)
Correct Answer
mucronateExplanation
The name of the leaf tip "f" is mucronate.Rate this question:
- 9.
Which one of the following leaf tip shape was not displayed in the picture below?
- A.
Acute
- B.
Retuse
- C.
Obtuse
- D.
Mucronate
Correct Answer
B. RetuseExplanation
The leaf tip shape that was not displayed in the picture is Retuse.Rate this question:
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- 10.
Which one of the following leaf tip shapes were not displayed in the picture group below?
- A.
Obcordate
- B.
Acuminate
- C.
Cuspidate
- D.
Acute
Correct Answer
A. Obcordate -
