answersLogoWhite

0

1. A form that coils or spirals; a curl or swirl: spread the icing in peaks and whorls.

2. Botany An arrangement of three or more leaves, petals, or other organs radiating from a single node.

3. Zoology A single turn or volution of a spiral shell.

4. One of the circular ridges or convolutions of a fingerprint.

5. Architecture An ornamental device, as in stonework or weaving, consisting of stylized vine leaves and tendrils.

6. A small flywheel that regulates the speed of a spinning wheel.

User Avatar

Wiki User

12y ago

Still curious? Ask our experts.

Chat with our AI personalities

BeauBeau
You're doing better than you think!
Chat with Beau
FranFran
I've made my fair share of mistakes, and if I can help you avoid a few, I'd sure like to try.
Chat with Fran
BlakeBlake
As your older brother, I've been where you are—maybe not exactly, but close enough.
Chat with Blake

Add your answer:

Earn +20 pts
Q: Why leaf arrangein whorled on a stem?
Write your answer...
Submit
Still have questions?
magnify glass
imp