Differences between C3 and C4 cycles
S.N. Calvin cycle (C3 cycle) Hatch and Slack cycle (C4 cycle) 1. The primary acceptor of CO2 is a 5-carbon compound, Ribulose-1, 5- biphosphate. The […]
Botany
Different types of roots and their modifications in plants
When the primary root, which is a direct prolongation of the radicle, remains distinct throughout the life of the plant and gives off lateral branches, […]
A typical plant leaf (Different parts and types)
The leaf is a flattened lateral out-growth of the stem/ branch and bears a bud in its axil. It is green in color due to […]
Trophic levels and Ecological Pyramids
In an ecosystem, green plants act as producers and the food prepared by green plants is consumed by a series of consumers. In a food […]
Eutrophication: Causes, Effects and Controlling measures
Eutrophication is derived from the Greek word ‘eutrophos’ that means well-nourished or enriched Eutrophication is the excessive presence of nutrients like nitrate and phosphate in […]
Placentation and its types in angiosperms
Ovary is the most important part of the carpel as it contains ovules that develop into seeds after fertilization. The ovary may consist of different […]
Complex permanent tissues in plants (Structure, types and functions)
A group of more than one type of cells having common origin and performing different but closely related functions as a unit is called complex […]
Differences between Active Transport and Passive Transport (Diffusion)
S.N. Active Transport Passive Transport (Diffusion) 1. The materials move through a bio-membrane against the concentration gradient or electrochemical gradient. The materials move across a […]
Differences between primary and secondary cell wall in plants
S.N. Primary cell wall Secondary cell wall 1. It is formed in a growing cell. It is formed in a mature cell. 2. It lies […]
A typical flower and its parts
Flowering plants are kept in the group phanerogams. They are also known as spermatophytes as they produce seeds. In higher angiosperms, the flowers are produced […]