Which of the following is a monocot?
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Paphiopedilum
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Pinus
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Ipomea
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Cycas
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Correct answer
Explanation
Paphiopedilum is a genus of orchids, and orchids are monocots characterized by one cotyledon, parallel leaf veins, and flower parts in multiples of three. Pinus and Cycas are gymnosperms, while Ipomea is a dicot.