MSc Botany University Of Pune Model Question Paper : www.unipune.ac.in

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Document Described : University Of Pune - Model Question Paper
[4034] - 101
M.Sc. - I (Sem. - I)
BOTANY
BO - 1.1 : Systematics of Non-Vascular Plants
(2008 Pattern) (New Course)
Time : 3 Hours] [Max. Marks :80

Instructions to the candidates:
1) Answer any FIVE questions, taking at least TWO questions from each
section.
2) Answer to the TWO sections should be written in SEPARATE answer books.
3) All questions carry EQUAL marks.
4) Neat diagram must be drawn WHEREVER necessary.

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SECTION - I
Q1) Give an outline of classification of algae with reasons as proposed by Fritsch. [16]

Q2) Describe the vegetative and reproductive structures of order Marchantiales. [16]

Q3) Write short answers of the following : [16]
a) Give characters of chlorophyta.
b) Comment on heterocysts inter relationship in Cyanophyta.

Q4) Write short notes on any two of the following : [16]
a) Biochemical systematics.
b) Sexual reproduction in Rhodophyta.
c) Range of thallus in chlorophyta.

SECTION - II
Q5) Give an account of thallus structure, spore producing structure and life cycle patterns of any one in Ascomycotina. [16]

Q6) Give an outline classification of fungi proposed by G.M. smith and add a note on Biotrophs. [16]

Q7) Write short answers of the following : [16]
a) Comment on present status of fungi.
b) Write briefly on fungal sex hormones.

Q8) Write short notes on any two of the following : [16]
a) Heterothallism,
b) Indian Bryology,
c) Ecological significance of Bryophytes.