Select all that apply.


Select characteristics which a taxonomist might choose in constructing a plant classification.

leaf shape

type of fruit

soil preference

cones or flowers

flower color

Verified Answer :

leaf shape,
cones or flowers,
flower color.

Answer:

The correct answer would be leaf shape
, type of fruit and cones or flowers.

Characters which are used in order to classify plants are:

  • Structure of the leaf that is, the shape and glands of the leaves.
  • Arrangement of the leaves such as alternate or opposite.
  • Type of flowers such as spike, umbel, raceme.
  • The position of the ovary that is, superior or inferior.
  • Number and arrangements of floral parts.
  • Type and shape of fruit or nut.