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Which part of the cactus plant is modified into spine?
Which part of the cactus plant is modified into spine?
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The correct option is C Leaves
The correct option is C.
Explanation of the correct option:
Spines are modified leaves as they prevent water loss by reducing airflow.
Explanation of the incorrect option:
Option A:
The stem has been modified into a fleshy, succulent, and flat green structure, which can perform photosynthesis and prepare food similar to leaves.
Option B:
The roots of the cactus are very long fibrous, and more compact that are absorbing dew water that falls off the cactus.
Option D:
Branches are modified thorns.
Final answer: Leaves of the cactus plant are modified into spines.
Leaves
The correct option is C.
Explanation of the correct option:
Spines are modified leaves as they prevent water loss by reducing airflow.
Explanation of the incorrect option:
Option A:
The stem has been modified into a fleshy, succulent, and flat green structure, which can perform photosynthesis and prepare food similar to leaves.
Option B:
The roots of the cactus are very long fibrous, and more compact that are absorbing dew water that falls off the cactus.
Option D:
Branches are modified thorns.
Final answer: Leaves of the cactus plant are modified into spines.
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