Choose the most appropriate word to fill in the blank:
In the biology practical, we had to cut open a hibiscus flower and label its ______.
Answer & explanation
Correct answer: option 1
The correct answer is Option (1) → pistil
Complete sentence: In the biology practical, we had to cut open a hibiscus flower and label its pistil.
| Word | Meaning | Example |
|---|---|---|
| (1) Pistil (answer) | the female part in the centre of a flower, where seeds are formed | A bee carries pollen to the pistil of another flower. |
| (2) Pistol | a small gun held in one hand | The race began when the starter fired a pistol into the air. |
| (3) Piston | a short metal rod that moves up and down inside an engine | The mechanic said a piston in the scooter engine was damaged. |
| (4) Pestle | a heavy stick used to crush spices in a bowl | Nani crushed the cardamom with a stone pestle. |