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Which of the following trees is characterised by pneumatophores?


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Bamboo

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Neem

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Sundari

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Sal

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Solution

The correct option is C

Sundari


The Sundari tree dominates the Sundarbans forests, and is an example of a mangrove. Mangrove trees are characterised by breathing roots or pneumatophores, which are special roots that help in gas exchange in the highly saline environment.


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