In this article we will discuss about the axial and appendicular skeleton of toad. 1. The Axial Skeleton: The axial skeleton forms the axis of the body; It consists of: (a) The skull and (b) The vertebral column. and (a) Skull: The broad and flat skull supports the head. It is composed of the following parts: (i) The brain case [...]
The following points highlight the top seven functions of plant tissues. The functions are: 1. Meristematic 2. Protective 3. Parenchyma 4. Collenchyma 5. Sclerenchyma 6. Xylem 7. Phloem. Plant Tissue: Function # 1. Meristematic: These are small, thin-walled cells, devoid of any central vacuole and situated at the growing points of stems and root. Their chief function is mitosis. Plant [...]
The below mentioned article provides an Anatomy of Phylloclade and Phyllode. After reading this article you will learn about: 1. Ruscus-Phylloclade 2. Acacia Moniliformis-Phyllode (Common Name: Australian Acacia). Ruscus-Phylloclade: (Phylloclade is a modified stem which appears and functions like a leaf) T.S. appears flat, leaf-like and reveals following tissues: Epidermis: 1. A single epidermal layer is present on upper as [...]