Question:

Match List-I with List-II

List-I (Flower Crop)List-II (Basic Chromosome No.)
(A) Carnation(I) \(X = 9\)
(B) Chrysanthemum(II) \(X = 15\)
(C) Tuberose(III) \(X = 19\)
(D) Dendrobium(IV) \(X = 30\)

Choose the correct answer from the options given below.

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To remember orchid cytogenetics: Dendrobium has a basic chromosome number of $x = 19$, which is a very common basic number among tropical orchid genera.
  • (A)-(IV), (B)-(III), (C)-(II), (D)-(I)
  • (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
  • (A)-(I), (B)-(II), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III)
  • (A)-(III), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(II)
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation



Step 1: Understanding the Concept:

The basic chromosome number ($x$) represents the fundamental haploid set of chromosomes in a plant genus. Knowing these numbers is important for cytogenetic studies and ploidy manipulation in floriculture.

Step 2: Detailed Explanation:

Let us match the flower crops with their basic chromosome numbers:
- (A) Carnation (Dianthus caryophyllus): Somatic chromosome number is $2n = 30$, meaning the basic chromosome number is $x = 15$. $\rightarrow$ (II)
- (B) Chrysanthemum (Chrysanthemum spp.): Standard species show a basic chromosome number of $x = 9$, with common cultivated forms being hexaploids ($2n = 6x = 54$). $\rightarrow$ (I)
- (C) Tuberose (Polianthes tuberosa): Has a somatic chromosome number of $2n = 60$, corresponding to a basic chromosome number of $x = 30$. $\rightarrow$ (IV)
- (D) Dendrobium orchid: Typically displays a basic chromosome number of $x = 19$, with diploid species having $2n = 38$. $\rightarrow$ (III)
The correct matching sequence is (A)-(II), (B)-(I), (C)-(IV), (D)-(III).

Step 3: Final Answer:

The correct combination corresponds to Option (B).
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