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BOT 102 General Classification and Taxonomy of Plants Objective Question
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What is the primary function of the rhizome in ferns?
Options
A Photosynthesis
B Water storage only
C Growth sideways at the surface or underground
Correct Answer
D Seed production
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Ferns have special stems called rhizomes which grow sideways to form colonies.

Hint

It is a type of stem, not a leaf.

Question Info

Course: BOT 102
Topic: General Classification and Taxonomy of Plants
Type: Objective
Difficulty: Not specified
Question 49 of 769
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