Leaf Identification

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1. Draw an example of each of the following leaf arrangements.
a. alternate
b. opposite
c. whorled
2. Describe eachof the following venation patterns.
a. parallel
b. pinnate
c. palmate
3. Describe how a compound leaf is different than a simple leaf.
4. Draw an example of each of the following leaf complexities,
a. palmately divided
b. odd-pinnately divided
c. even-pinnately divided
d. twice pinnately divided
5. Describe each of the following common leaf shapes.
a. cordate
b. deltoid
c. elliptical
d. lanceolate
e. linear
f. ovate
6. What does it mean for a leaf margin to be entire?
7. How are lobed leaves different than serrated leaves?
8. Draw a leaf with a crenate margin.
9. Describe the features of the following leaf coverings.
a. glabrous
b. glandular
c. hirsute
d. pubescent