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Why do insectivorous plants trap insects?

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To meet their carbon requirements.
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To meet their oxygen requirements.
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To meet their nitrogen requirements.
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To meet their water requirements.
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Solution

The correct option is C To meet their nitrogen requirements.
Insectivorous plants usually grow on soil deficient in nitrogen. Hence, they feed on insects to meet their nitrogen deficiency. In insectivorous plants leaves are modified to trap insects. E.g., Drosera, venusflytrap, etc.

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