Which of the following is not an adaptation of a water lily?

Long leaf-stalks filled with air spaces.

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Broad leaves with an oily/waxy coating.

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Presence of stomata only on the surface facing the air.

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Roots that are small in size.

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Solution

The correct option is D
Roots that are small in size.

The leaves of a water lily have long leaf-stalks filled with air spaces. This adaptation helps the plant to float on water. The leaf blades are broad with an oily coat. Stomata are present only on the upper surface of the leaf that is exposed to air.

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