Biology
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Difference between Essential and Non-essential whorls of a flower:
| Essential whorls | Non-essential whorls |
|---|---|
| Essential whorls of the flower are androecium and gynoecium. | Non-essential whorls of the flower are calyx and corolla. |
| Essential whorls are directly concerned with reproduction. | Non-essential whorls either protect the reproductive parts of the flower or make the flower attractive for pollination. |
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