In $C i t r u s$ axillary buds are modified to form thorns. These thorns

Are not protective in function

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Are soft and non woody in nature

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Protect the plants from browsing animals

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O p u n t i a

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The correct option is C Protect the plants from browsing animals
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Thorns are woody and hard modified axillary buds. They are protective in function

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