Asked by Karen Johnson on Apr 24, 2024
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What is a photosynthetic stem that stores water and is found in succulent plants in the desert?
A) bulbs
B) tubers
C) stolons
D) cladodes
E) corms
Photosynthetic Stem
Stems that are capable of photosynthesis, allowing plants to produce food in places other than their leaves.
Succulent Plants
Plants adapted to arid environments, characterized by thick, fleshy leaves or stems that store water.
Cladodes
Photosynthetic stems found in some plants that resemble leaves, functioning in photosynthesis and sometimes water storage.
- Differentiate among various kinds of stems and their respective roles.
Verified Answer
LB
Lyndon Bryan Castro7 days ago
Final Answer :
D
Explanation :
Cladodes are photosynthetic stems that store water and are found in succulent plants in the desert. Bulbs and corms are underground storage structures, while tubers and stolons are modified stems used for storage and spreading, respectively.
Learning Objectives
- Differentiate among various kinds of stems and their respective roles.