In plant morphology thorns, spines and prickles are all similar type of structures identified by their sharp and stiff ends. Thorns are obtained from shoots. Spines are obtained from leaves and prickles are...

Both, cofactor and coenzymes play an extremely important role in the metabolic functions of the body. A coenzyme is technically a type of cofactor, wherein coenzymes are defined as molecules that are bound...

A leaf is a common organ of any plant. There are two main types of leaves: a simple leaf and a compound leaf. A simple leaf is the standard common leaf that grows on a branch or a stem. A leaflet refers to a...

Flower refers to a part of the plant that contains the reproductive organs. It is often surrounded by colorful petals and sepals. Bud refers to an elementary stage of a leaf and flower. It occurs as a small...

Bacteria are single celled microorganisms and belong to the group of Prokaryotics. Algae (singular: alga) are Eukaryotic organisms (unicellular or multi-cellular) that contain chlorophyll and thus, carry out...