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  1. An example of edible underground stem is:
    1. Carrot
    2. Groundnut
    3. Sweet potato
    4. Potato
Correct Option: D

Potato is an example of edible underground stem.
• It is differentiated into nodes and internodes. The ‘eyes’ on potato tuber indicate axillary buds at the nodes.
• It bearsscaly leaves.The leaves do notstore food.
• Axillary buds arise at the nodes.
• Does not bear roots.



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