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Swollen petiole is present in:


A

Hydrilla

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B

Vallisneria

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C

Water hyacinth

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D

Pine

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Solution

The correct option is C

Water hyacinth


Explanation of correct option:

1. Option C: Water hyacinth

Water hyacinth is a floating aquatic flowering plant that floats on the surface of the water. Petioles are spongy and form air-filled tissue.

Explanation for incorrect options:

2. Option A: Hydrilla
Hydrilla is an example of a submerged aquatic plant which have long, slender branching stems.

3. Option B: Vallisneria

Vallisneria is an example of a submerged aquatic plant that has ribbon-like leaves

4. Option D: Pine.
Pine is a tree that grows on the mountain it is a tall and straight tree with having cone-shaped appearance.

Final answer: Swollen petiole is present in Water hyacinth.


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