Multiple choice

The pneumatophores, modified roots grow

  1. into the soil like fingers

  2. deep into the soil

  3. hanging from the branches of trees downward

  4. upward out of the water or mud

  5. None of these
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D Correct answer
Explanation

Yes, it is correct. Pneumatophores are specialised root that grows upwards out of the water or mud to reach the air and obtain oxygen for the root systems of trees that live in swampy or tidal habitats.

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