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Negatively geotropic roots are present in

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Bryophytes
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Mangroves
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Pteridophytes
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Xerophytes
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Solution

The correct option is C Mangroves
Mangroves (For example, plants like Rhizophora, Sonneratia, Avicennia) are characterised by breathing roots or pneumatophores. These roots are negatively geotropic and have pores for gaseous exchange.
so, the correct answer is 'Mangroves'

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