Question
Differentiate between an annual and a biennial plant. Provide one example of each.
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Answer
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S. No.
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Annual Plants
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Biennial Plants
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(i)
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These plants require a single season to complete their whole life cycle.
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These plants require two seasons to complete their whole life cycle.
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(ii)
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They grow, set seeds and die within one year.
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In the first year, they grow a healthy root system and short stem, and become dormant in winters. In second year, they grow quickly, flower, set seeds and die.
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(iii)
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For example, rice, wheat, etc.
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For example, onion, carrot, etc.
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