Cactus is a succulent plant with a thick fleshy stem that stores ____.

air

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water

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mud

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seeds

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The correct option is B
water

Cactus is a desert plant that has spines (modified leaves) to help reduce water loss and a thick fleshy stem to store water. These modifications help them to withstand the extremely dry conditions in deserts.

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