Which modified part protects the cactus plant?

Fleshy stems

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Big roots

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Spines

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Flowers

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Solution

The correct option is C Spines
Spines are the modified leaves of cacti. It keeps the predators away and protects the cactus plant.

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The cactus stems are modified into

The cactus stems are modified into:

In a cactus the leaves are modified to be in the form of pricks or spines.

(i) To protect itself from animals.

(ii) Reduced surface area which in turn prevents loss of water.

Are both the statements (i) and (ii) True?

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