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BOT 102 Practice Questions BOT 102 - 4 Objective Question

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A horizontal above-ground stem that roots at nodes to form new plants (e.g., strawberry) is called a _______.
Options
A rhizome
B bulb
C tuber
D stolon (runner)
Correct Answer
Correct Answer

Option D is the correct answer.

Detailed Explanation

A horizontal above-ground stem that roots at nodes to form new plants (e.g., strawberry) is called a stolon (runner).

Hint

It runs along the ground.

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