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Inflorescence of sunflower is

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Umbel
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Cyathium
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Hypanthodium
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Capitulum
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Solution

The correct option is C Capitulum
Sunflower is an annual plant of family Asteraceae with a large head (capitulum), which is the characteristic inflorescence of sunflower. Depending upon the variety, the inflorescence may consist of ray flowers, disk flowers or both. The ovary of each flower is situated below the attachment of the corolla and stamens, a condition referred to as epigynous or inferior. This is the largest family of flowering plants
So, the correct answer is 'Capitulum'

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