What is one of John Ray’s contributions to taxonomy regarding seedlings?
Monocotyledons/Dicotyledons
Seed dispersal
Fruit segregation
Leaf patterns
Answer
The distinction between monocots and dicots, a fundamental classification in botany. Monocotyledonous plants have one seed leaf or cotyledon, while dicotyledonous plants have two. This distinction extends to the plant's structure, including its root system, leaf venation, flower parts, and seed structure. This classification, made by John Ray, has endured as a cornerstone in plant taxonomy.
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