Question

Differentiate between Stem branch and Compound leaf?

Answer 1

Leaflets of a compound leaf	Simple leaf of a branch
The leaflets of a compound leaf are borne on a special axis called rachis. The rachis may represent the midrib or lateral vein of a simple leaf.	The simple leaves are directly borne on the stem. They are usually attached to the nodes of stem.
Leaflets of a compound leaf usually originate in the same plane.	Simple leaves are usually attached spirally on the stem. They may be alter­nate, opposite or whorled.
Leaflets do not bear stipules.	Leaflets do not bear stipules.
The leaflets do not bear buds in their axils.	The simple leaves bear axillary buds in their axils.
The leaflets of a compound leaf are generally fixed in number.	The number of simple leaves is not generally fixed.