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Velamen present in orchids help in

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Support
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Respiration
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Absorption of moisture from air
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Synthesizing food
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Solution

The correct option is C Absorption of moisture from air
Velamen is a spongy, multiple-layered epidermis and consists of non-living compact cells with lignified strips of secondary walls. These covers the roots of epiphytic and semi-epiphytic plant such as orchids and provides support, prevents water loss and also helps in absorbing water, e.g., Vanda.
Thus, the correct answer is option C.

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