What is lamina in a flower?

The main vein present on the mid rib of the leaf.

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Broad expanded green part of the leaf.

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Small leaves at the base of petioles.

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All of the above

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Solution

The correct option is B Broad expanded green part of the leaf.
Broad expanded part of the leaf that is generally green in color is called lamina. It is also known as leaf blade. It contains chloroplast with chlorophyll pigment which absorbs sunlight facilitating photosynthesis. It provides greater surface are for gaseous exchange.
Thus, Option B is correct.

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