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In thick woody stems, gaseous exchange takes place through ______________.

A
stomata
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B
lenticels
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tracheae
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D
spiracles
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Solution

The correct option is B lenticels
  • Lenticels are small pores present on the surface of woody stems. They are involved in exchange of gases and transpiration.
  • Stomata are tiny pores present on the surface of leaves which allow gaseous exchange and transpiration.
  • Respiratory system of cockroach consists of a network of respiratory tubes called trachea.
  • Spiracles are small holes present on the underside of cockroach in each segment. They help the cockroach to breathe.

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