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Standard VI

Biology

The Structure of a Plant

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how are cactus shrubs they do not have woody stems

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Cactus has leafless spiny stem. It usually not woody but succulent as it stores fluid for future use. The surface of the stem is smooth or covered by cuticles to avoid water loss.

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