Morphology Of Flowering Plants Root Stem And Leaf Question 321

Question: Which of the following is a modified stem for the protection of plants from browsing animals?

Options:

A) Tendrils

B) Thorns

C) Rhizome

D) Tuber

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Answer:

Correct Answer: B

Solution:

[b] Thorn is a stiff, sharp-pointed woody projection on the stem or other part of a plant.

Thorns are found in many plants such as Citrus, Bougainvillea.

They protect plants from grazing animals.