Study specimens F, H and K and answer questions 2(a) to 2(d). (a) State four functions of specimen H to the plant from which it was obtained. b(i) State one...

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Specimen F - Ginger rhizome

Specimen H - Leaf of Boplytum

Specimen K - Cassava tuber

(a) Functions of specimen H to the plant from which it was obtained.

- site for photosynthesis

- for exchange of gases

- for transpiration

- asexual reproduction

- water storage

b(i) one function each of specimen F and K to the plants from which they were obtained.

     F: stores food, helps the plant reproduce and survive unfavorable seasons.

     K: storage of food

 (ii) one reason each for the answers in 2b(i)

     F: presence of buds / rhizome located underground

     K: presence of swollen root

(iii) Part of the plant modified for the function stated in 2b(i)?

    F: stem

    K: root

c(i)Four observable differences between specimens F and K.

(ii) Similarity between specimens F and K.

- both are modified underground stems.

- both storage organs.

- both swollen

- both are carbohydrates

(d) Labelled diagram of Specimen H (see diagram above)