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If a plant has three or more leaves per node, arranged in a circle, its leaf arrangement (phyllotaxy) is described as:
Options
A Alternate
B Opposite
C Whorled
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D Spiraled
Correct Answer

Option C is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

Section 9.4, under 'Leaf arrangement (phyllotaxy),' defines 'Whorled' as 'three or more leaves per node, arranged in a circle.'

Hint

The term itself suggests a circular or ring-like pattern.

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