Which of the following parts of a plant are called the 'food factories'?
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Flowers
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Fruits
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Leaves
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Thorns
C
Correct answer
Explanation
Green plants prepare their own food by using inorganic raw materials. This process takes place in the leaves containing chlorophyll, which is required for photosynthesis. Flowers are the organs of reproduction, fruits are the source of seeds for the next crop and thorns are the reduced leaves to prevent transpiration.