Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 302

Question: Which type of function is performed by the fleshy leaves of onion and garlic?

Options:

A) Storage

B) Reproduction

C) Photosynthesis

D) Protection

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Answer:

Correct Answer: A

Solution:

[a] In onion and garlic, scale-leaves store food and water and are, therefore, thick and fleshy.